3-289-135-11(1)
Multi Channel AV
Receiver
Operating Instructions
STR-DG1200
©2008 Sony Corporation
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CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modification
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
About This Manual
• The instructions in this manual are for model
STR-DG1200. Check your model number by
looking at the lower right corner of the front panel.
• The instructions in this manual describe the
controls on the supplied remote. You can also use
the controls on the receiver if they have the same
or similar names as those on the remote.
• “Neural-THX” and “NEURAL-THX” introduced
in the Operating Instructions and displayed in the
display window and on the GUI menu screen mean
Neural-THX Surround.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC
that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building,
as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
This receiver incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro
Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround
System.
*
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround EX, and the double-
D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent
#’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380;
5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535 & other U.S.
and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS is
a registered trademark and the DTS logos,
Symbol, DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio
are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007 DTS,
Inc. All Rights Reserved.
This receiver incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
XM Ready® is a registered trademark of XM
Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.
© 2008 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. “SIRIUS” and
the SIRIUS dog logo are registered trademarks of
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc.
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This product is manufactured under license from
Neural Audio Corporation and THX Ltd. Sony
Corporation hereby grants the user a non-exclusive,
non-transferable, limited right of use to this product
under USA and foreign patent, patent pending and
other technology or trademarks owned by Neural
Audio Corporation and THX Ltd. “Neural
Surround”, “Neural Audio”, “Neural” and “NRL”
are trademarks and logos owned by Neural Audio
Corporation, THX is a trademark of THX Ltd.,
which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All
rights reserved.
The font type (Shin Go R) installed in this receiver
is provided by MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD.
These names are the trademarks of MORISAWA &
COMPANY LTD., and the copyright of the font also
belongs to MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries.
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are
of their respective holders. In this manual, ™ and ®
marks are not specified.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by
the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
Sony Corporation is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
“M-crew Server” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
“x.v.Color” and “x.v.Color” logo are trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
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Getting Started
Enjoying a pre-programmed sound field ....56
settings ...................................................62
Enjoying the surround effect at low volume
levels (NIGHT MODE) .........................63
2: Connecting the speakers ........................ 15
3: Connecting the TV ................................. 17
4b: Connecting the video components ....... 23
6: Preparing the receiver and the remote .... 34
7: Operating the receiver using the GUI
8: Setting the speakers ................................ 39
9: Calibrating the appropriate speaker settings
automatically (Auto Calibration) .......... 41
Adjusting the equalizer ...............................68
Tuner Operations
Listening to satellite radio ..........................72
Playback
Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD ........... 49
Enjoying video games ................................ 51
Watching video ........................................... 52
“BRAVIA” Sync ....................................83
Preparing Control for HDMI function ........85
Watching a DVD (One-Touch Play) ...........86
Enjoying the TV sound from the speakers
connected to the receiver
Amplifier Operations
Settings for the audio
(Audio settings menu) ........................... 53
Settings for the video
(System Audio Control) ........................87
Turning off the receiver with the TV
(System Power Off) ...............................88
(Video settings menu) ........................... 54
Settings for HDMI
(HDMI settings menu) .......................... 54
Settings for the system
(System settings menu) ......................... 55
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Converting analog video input signals .......88
Enjoying the sound/images from the
MEDIA PORT .......................................89
Naming inputs ............................................92
Switching between digital and analog audio
(INPUT MODE) ....................................93
Enjoying the sound/images from other
inputs .....................................................94
Changing the display window ....................96
Using the sleep timer ................................100
Recording using the receiver ....................100
Using a bi-amplifier connection ...............102
Operating without connecting to the
TV ........................................................103
Using the Remote
Operating each component using the
remote ..................................................113
Programming the remote ..........................115
Performing several commands in sequence
automatically (Macro Play) .................119
Setting remote control codes that are not
Clearing all the contents of the remote’s
memory ................................................122
Additional Information
Glossary ....................................................123
Precautions ...............................................126
Troubleshooting ........................................127
Specifications ............................................132
Index .........................................................134
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Getting Started
Description and location of parts
Front panel
To remove the cover
Press PUSH.
When you remove the cover, keep it out
of reach from children.
Status of the POWER button
Off
The receiver is turned off (the ON/
STANDBY lamp lights off) (initial
setting).
Press POWER to turn the receiver on.
You cannot turn the receiver on using
the remote.
On/Standby
Press ?/1 on the remote to
- turn the receiver on (the ON/
STANDBY lamp lights up in green).
- set the receiver to standby mode (the
ON/STANDBY lamp lights up in red).
When you press POWER on the
receiver, the receiver will be turned off.
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Name
Function
Name
Function
A POWER
Press to turn the
receiver on or off.
I INPUT MODE Press to select the input
mode when the same
components are
ON/STANDBY Shows the status of the
lamp
connected to both
digital and analog jacks
(page 93).
receiver.
B TONE MODE
TONE +/–
Adjust the bass and
treble for the front,
center and surround/
surround back
channels. Press TONE
MODE repeatedly to
select the item you
want, then turn TONE
+/– to adjust the level
(page 106).
J MASTER
Turn to adjust the
volume level of all
speakers at the same
time.
VOLUME
K INPUT
Turn to select the input
source to play back.
SELECTOR
L 2CH/A.DIRECT Press to select a sound
field (page 57) or to
switch the audio of the
selected input to analog
signal without any
C TUNING MODE Press to operate a tuner
(FM/AM) and satellite
radio (XM/SIRIUS)
(page 110).
TUNING +/–
adjustment (page 110).
MEMORY/
ENTER
A.F.D.
MOVIE
Press to select a sound
field (page 59).
D Remote sensor Receives signals from
remote commander.
MUSIC
E Display
The current status of
the selected component
or a list of selectable
items appears here
(page 97).
M DIMMER
Press repeatedly to
adjust the brightness of
the display window.
window
N AUTO CAL MIC Connects to the
jack
supplied optimizer
microphone for the
Digital Cinema Auto
Calibration function
(page 42).
F MULTI
Lights up when multi
channel audio signals
are decoded.
CHANNEL
DECODING
lamp
G Digital Cinema Lights up when a sound
O VIDEO 2 IN/
Connect to a portable
Sound lamp
field with DCS
mark is selected
(page 61).
PORTABLE AV audio/videocomponent
IN jacks
such as a camcorder or
video game.
H DISPLAY
Press repeatedly to
select information
displayed on the
display window.
P PHONES jack Connects to
headphones.
Q SPEAKERS
Press to select the
(OFF/A/B/A+B) speaker system
(page 40).
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Rear panel
A DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT section
B ANTENNA section
OPTICAL IN/ Connects to a DVD
FMANTENNA Connects to the
OUT jacks
player, Super Audio
CD player, etc. The
COAXIAL jack
provides a better
sound quality (page
17, 19, 26, 27).
jack
supplied FM wire
antenna (page 33).
COAXIAL IN
jacks
AM
ANTENNA
jack
Connects to the
supplied AM loop
antenna (page 33).
XM jack
Connects to the XM
Mini-Tuner and
Home Dock (not
supplied) (page 73).
HDMI IN/
OUT* jacks
Connects to a DVD
player, Blu-ray disc
player, satellite
tuner, etc. The image
is output to a TV or a
projector while the
sound can be output
from a TV or/and
speakers connected
to this receiver
SIRIUS jack
Connects to a
SiriusConnect Home
tuner (not supplied)
(page 73).
C COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/
(page 17, 24).
OUTPUT section
Y, PB/CB, PR/ Connects to a DVD
R IN/OUT* player, TV, satellite
Green
(Y)
C
Blue
jacks
tuner, etc. (page 17,
26, 27, 28).
(PB/CB)
Red
(PR/CR)
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D SPEAKERS section
Remote commander
Connects to speakers
(page 15).
You can use the supplied RM-AAL019
Remote Commander to operate the receiver
and to control the Sony audio/video
components that the remote is assigned to
operate (page 115).
E AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT section
AUDIO IN/
OUT jacks
Connects to a tape
deck or MD deck,
etc. (page 17, 19,
22).
White (L)
Red (R)
RM-AAL019
MULTI
CHANNEL
Connects to a Super
Audio CD player or
THEATER
INPUT jacks DVD player with an
analog audio jack for
7.1 channel or 5.1
SHIFT
TV
AMP
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
channel sound
(page 21).
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
8
9
AUDIO OUT Connects to a
MULTI
IN
Black
TUNER
PHONO
jack
subwoofer.
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
XM
SIRIUS
F VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
section
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
AUDIO IN/
OUT jacks
Connects to a VCR
GUI
White (L)
Red (R)
MODE
or a DVD player, etc.
(page 17, 26, 27, 28,
29).
VIDEO IN/
OUT* jacks
Yellow
HOME
G DMPORT
CATEGORY
Connects to a
DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter
(page 19).
TUNING
CATEGORY MODE TUNING
DISC SKIP
* You can watch the selected input image when you
connect the MONITOR OUT or HDMI OUT jack
to a TV (page 17). You can operate this receiver
using a GUI (Graphical User Interface) (page 36).
BD/DVD
TOP MENU MENU
F1
F2
MACRO 1 MACRO 2
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Name
Function
Name
-/--
Function
A AV ?/1 (on/ Press to turn on or off the audio/
Press SHIFT (W), then
press -/-- to select the channel
entry mode, either one or two
digit of the VCR, satellite tuner,
etc.
Press TV (X), then press -/-- to
select the channel entry mode of
the TV.
standby)
video components that the
remote is assigned to operate
(page 115).
To turn the TV on or off, press
TV (X), then press AV ?/1.
If you press the ?/1 (B) at the
same time, it will turn off the
receiver and other Sony
components (SYSTEM
STANDBY).
ENT/MEM
Press SHIFT (W), then press
ENT/MEM to
– enter the value after selecting
a channel, disc or track using
the numeric buttons.
– store a station during tuner
operation.
Press TV (X), then press ENT/
MEM to enter the value of Sony
TV.
Note
The function of the AV ?/1
switch changes automatically
each time you press the input
button (D).
B ?/1 (on/
Press to turn the receiver on or
set it to standby mode.
To turn off all Sony
components, press ?/1 and
AV ?/1 (A) at the same time
(SYSTEM STANDBY).
To save the power in standby
mode, set “Control for HDMI”
to “OFF” (page 54).
standby)
TV INPUT
WIDE
Press TV (X), then press TV
INPUT to select the input signal
(TV input or video input).
Press TV (X), then press
WIDE repeatedly to select the
wide picture mode.
C AMP
Press to light up the button to
enable receiver operation
(page 36).
CLEAR
D.TUNING to enter direct
tuning mode (page 110, 112).
D Input
buttons
(TVb))
Press one of the buttons to
select the component you want
to use. When you press any of
the input buttons, the receiver
turns on. The buttons are
factory assigned to control Sony
components (page 47). You can
program the remote to control
non-Sony components
Press SHIFT (W), then
press CLEAR to
press the incorrect numeric
button.
– return to continuous
playback, etc. of the satellite
tuner, DVD player, etc.
E 2CH/
Press to select a sound field
(page 57) or to switch the audio
of the selected input to analog
signal without any adjustment
(page 110).
following the steps in
“Programming the remote”
(page 115).
A.DIRECT
Numeric
buttons
Press SHIFT (W), then press
the numeric buttons to
(number 5b)) – preset/tune to preset stations.
– select the track numbers of
the DVD player, MD deck,
etc. Press 0/10 to select track
number 10.
A.F.D.
Press to select a sound field
(page 59).
MOVIE
MUSIC
F SLEEP
Press to activate the sleep timer
function and the duration which
the receiver turns off
– select the channel numbers
of the VCR, satellite tuner,
etc.
Press TV(X), then press the
numeric buttons to select the
TV channels.
automatically (page 100).
G NIGHT
Press to activate the NIGHT
MODE function (page 63).
MODE
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Name
Function
Name
Function
H GUI MODE Press to display the menu on the
TV screen to operate the
O MUTING
Press to turn off the sound
temporarily. Press MUTING
again to restore the sound.
Press TV(X), then press
MUTING to activate the TV’s
muting function.
receiver.
I
Press V/v/B/b to select the
menu items. Then press
enter the selection.
to
V/v/B/b
P MASTER
Press to adjust the volume level
of all speakers at the same time.
VOL + /–
J OPTIONS
Press to display and select the
items from the option menus of
the receiver, DVD player, Blu-
ray disc player, etc.
TOOLS
TV VOL +/– Press TV (X), then press TV
VOL +/– to adjust the volume
level of the TV.
Press TV (X), then press
OPTIONS TOOLS to display
the options of the Sony TV.
Q DISC SKIP Press to skip a disc when using
a multi-disc changer.
K ./> a) Press to operate the DVD
R MENU
Press AMP (3), then press
MENU to display the menu to
operate the receiver.
Press to display the menu to
operate the audio/video
components.
m/M a)
N a) b)
X a)
player, Blu-ray disc player,
component connected to the
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter, etc.
x a)
B·/·b
Press to select an album.
HOME
Press TV (X), then press
HOME to display the TV’s
menu. Then use V/v/B/b and
to perform menu
CATEGORY Press to select the category for
+/– satellite tuner (page 111).
CATEGORY Press to select the category
MODEb)
mode for satellite tuner
(page 111).
operations.
S RETURN/
Press to return to the previous
menu or exit the menu while the
menu or on-screen guide of the
VCR, DVD player, etc. is
displayed on the TV screen.
Press TV (X), then press
RETURN/EXIT Oto return to
the previous menu or exit the
TV’s menu while the menu is
displayed on the TV screen.
EXIT O
TUNING +/– Press to select a station
(page 110, 111).
L PRESET
b)/–
Press to register FM/AM/
satellite tuner stations or to
select preset stations.
+
TV CH +b)/– Press TV (X), then press TV
CH +/– to operate the TV,
satellite tuner, VCR, etc.
T DISPLAY
Press to select information
displayed in the display
window, TV screen of the VCR,
satellite tuner, etc.
Press TV (X), then press
DISPLAY to display TV’s
information on the TV screen.
M F1/F2
Press F1 or F2 to select a
component to operate.
• HDD/DISC combo
F1: HDD
F2: DVD disc, Blu-ray disc
• DVD/VHS combo
F1: DVD disc, Blu-ray disc
F2: VHS
U
RESOLUTION Press repeatedly to change the
resolution of signals output
from the HDMI OUT or
COMPONENT VIDEO
MONITOR OUT jack
N BD/DVD
Press to display the menu of the
TOP MENU, DVD or Blu-ray disc on the TV
MENU
screen. Then use V/v/B/b and
to perform menu operations
(page 114).
(page 88).
V INPUT
Press to select the input mode
when the same components are
connected to both digital and
analog jacks (page 93).
MACRO 1,
MACRO 2
Press MACRO 1 or MACRO 2
to set up the macro function
(page 119).
MODE
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Name
Function
1: Installing the speakers
This receiver allows you to use a 7.1 channel
system (7 speakers and one subwoofer).
W SHIFT
Press to light up the button to
activate the buttons with pink
printing.
X TV
Press to light up the button to
enable TV operation (buttons
with yellow printing).
Enjoying a 5.1/7.1 channel
system
Y THEATER
Press to enjoy optimal image
suited for movies and to output
the sound from the speakers
connected to this receiver
automatically.
To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel
surround sound requires five speakers (two
front speakers, a center speaker, and two
surround speakers) and a subwoofer (5.1
channel system).
Note
This button will only function if
your TV is compatible with
Theater Mode.
Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the
TV for details.
Example of a 5.1 channel
speaker system configuration
Z RM SET UP Press to set up the remote.
a)See the table on page 114 for information on the
buttons that you can use to control each
component.
b)The TV/5, N/CATEGORY MODE and PRESET
+/TV CH + buttons have tactile dots. Use the
tactile dots as references when operating the
receiver.
Notes
• Some functions explained in this section may not
work depending on the model.
• The above explanation is intended to serve as an
example only. Therefore, depending on the
component, the above operation may not be
possible or may operate differently than described.
AFront speaker (left)
BFront speaker (right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (left)
ESurround speaker (right)
HSubwoofer
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You can enjoy high fidelity reproduction of
DVD software recorded sound in the Surround
EX format if you connect one additional
surround back speaker (6.1 channel system) or
two surround back speakers (7.1 channel
system).
Tips
• The angle A should be the same.
Example of a 7.1 channel
speaker system configuration
• When you connect a 6.1 channel speaker system,
place the surround back speaker behind the seating
position.
AFront speaker (left)
BFront speaker (right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (left)
ESurround speaker (right)
FSurround back speaker (left)
GSurround back speaker (right)
HSubwoofer
• Since the subwoofer does not emit highly
directional signals, you can place it wherever you
want.
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2: Connecting the speakers
Before connecting the cords, be sure to
disconnect the AC power cord.
H
G
F
C
A
B
SPEAKERS FRONT
B terminals
a)
B
13/32"
(10 mm)
E
D
B
A
AMonaural audio cord (not supplied)
BSpeaker cords (not supplied)
AFront speaker A (left)
BFront speaker A (right)
CCenter speaker
ESurround speaker (right)
FSurround back speaker (left)
b)
b)
GSurround back speaker (right)
c)
DSurround speaker (left)
HSubwoofer
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a)
If you have an additional front speaker
system, connect them to the SPEAKERS
FRONT B terminals. You can select the front
speaker system you want to use with
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) on the front
panel (page 40).
If you connect only one surround back
speaker, connect it to the SPEAKERS
SURROUND BACK L terminals.
When you connect a subwoofer with an auto
standby function, turn off the function when
watching movies. If the auto standby
function is set to on, it turns to standby mode
automatically based on the level of the input
signal to a subwoofer, then sound may not be
output.
b)
c)
Notes
• When you connect all the speakers with a nominal
impedance of 8 ohms or higher, set “Impedance” in
the Speaker settings menu to “8 Ω”. In other
connections, set it to “4 Ω”. For details, see “8:
Setting the speakers” (page 39).
• Before connecting the AC power cord, make sure
that metallic wires of the speaker cords are not
touching each other between the SPEAKERS
terminals.
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3: Connecting the TV
You can watch the selected input image when
you connect the MONITOR OUT or HDMI
OUT jack to a TV. You can operate this
receiver using a GUI (Graphical User
Interface).
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Connect the audio and video cords according
to the jacks of your components. Before
connecting the cords, be sure to disconnect the
AC power cord.
TV
Audio signals
Audio/video
signals
Video signals
D
A
B
C
E
AOptical digital cord (not supplied)
BAudio cord (not supplied)
CHDMI cable (not supplied)
We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.
DVideo cord (not supplied)
EComponent video cord (not supplied)
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Notes
• Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and
audio signals of a playback component are being
output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is
turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be
transmitted.
4a: Connecting the audio
• Depending on the status of the connection between
the TV and the antenna, the image on the TV
screen may be distorted. In this case, place the
antenna farther away from the receiver.
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
components
This section describes how to hook up your
components to this receiver. Before you begin,
see “Component to be connected” below for
the pages which describe how to connect each
component. Before connecting the cords, be
sure to disconnect the AC power cord.
After hooking up all your components,
proceed to “5: Connecting the antennas”
(page 33).
Tips
• The receiver has a video conversion function. For
details, see “Notes on converting video signals”
(page 31).
• The sound of the TV is output from the speakers
connected to the receiver if you connect the audio
output jack of the TV and the TV IN jacks of the
receiver. In this configuration, set the audio output
jack of the TV to “Fixed” if it can be switched
between either “Fixed” or “Variable”.
• The screen saver is activated when the GUI menu
is displayed on the TV screen and there has been no
operation attempted for 15 minutes.
Component to be connected
Page
Super Audio CD
player, CD player
With digital audio
output
19
With multi channel
audio output
21
22
19
22
With analog audio
output only
• All the digital audio jacks are compatible with
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling
frequencies.
MD deck
With digital audio
output
With analog audio
output only
Tape deck, Analog disc turntable
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter
22
19
Notes
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling
frequencies.
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Connecting components with
digital audio input/output jacks
The following illustration shows how to
connect a Super Audio CD player, CD player,
an MD deck and DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter.
Super Audio CD
player, CD player
MD deck
A
B
C
A
DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter
AAudio cord (not supplied)
BCoaxial digital cord (not supplied)
COptical digital cord (not supplied)
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Notes on connecting a DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter
• When connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter, be sure the connector is
inserted with the arrow mark facing towards
the arrow mark on the DMPORT jack.
• Be sure to make DMPORT connections
firmly, insert the connector straight in.
• As the connector of the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter is fragile, be sure to handle
with care when placing or moving the
receiver.
• To disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter, squeeze the sides of the connector,
since the connector is locked in place.
Notes on playing a Super Audio
CD on a Super Audio CD player
• No sound is output when playing a Super
Audio CD on a Super Audio CD player
connected to only the COAXIAL SA-CD/
CD IN jack on this receiver. When you play
a Super Audio CD, connect the player to the
MULTI CHANNEL INPUT or SA-CD/CD
IN jacks on this receiver. Refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the
Super Audio CD player.
• You cannot make digital recordings of a
Super Audio CD.
If you want to connect several
digital components, but cannot
find an unused input
See “Enjoying the sound/images from other
inputs” (page 94).
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Connecting components with
multi channel output jacks
If your DVD player, Blu-ray disc player or
Super Audio CD player is equipped with multi
channel output jacks, you can connect them to
the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks of this
receiver to enjoy multi channel sound.
Alternatively, the multi channel input jacks
can be used to connect an external multi
channel decoder.
DVD player, Blu-ray disc player,
Super Audio CD player, etc.
SURROUND
BACK
A
B
AAudio cord (not supplied)
BMonaural audio cord (not supplied)
• When “Sur Back Assign” is set to “BI-AMP” in the
Speaker settings menu, the input to the SUR BACK
jacks is invalid.
• Audio signals input from the MULTI CHANNEL
INPUT jacks are not output to other audio output
jacks. The signals cannot be recorded.
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• DVD players, Blu-ray disc players and Super
Audio CD players may not have the SURROUND
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Connecting components with
analog audio jacks
The following illustration shows how to
connect a component with analog jacks, such
as a tape deck, turntable, etc.
MD deck,
Tape deck
Turntable
A
A
A
Super Audio CD player,
CD player
AAudio cord (not supplied)
Note
If your turntable has a ground (earth) wire, connect
it to the (U) SIGNAL GND terminal.
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4b: Connecting the video components
How to hook up your
components
connected
This section describes how to hook up your
components to this receiver. Before you begin,
see “Component to be connected” below for
the pages which describe how to connect each
component.
The image quality depends on the connecting
the connection according to the jacks on your
components.
Before connecting the cords, be sure to
disconnect the AC power cord.
After hooking up all your components,
proceed to “5: Connecting the antennas”
(page 33).
Component to be connected
TV
Page
17
Digital
Analog
With HDMI jack
High quality image
DVD player
Blu-ray disc player
Satellite tuner, set-top box
DVD recorder, VCR
Camcorder, video game, etc.
27
28
Note
29
Be sure to turn on the receiver when the video and
audio signals of a playback component are being
output to a TV via the receiver. Unless the power is
turned on, neither video nor audio signals will be
transmitted.
29
If you want to connect several
digital components, but cannot
find an unused input
See “Enjoying the sound/images from other
inputs” (page 94).
Notes
• When connecting optical digital cords, insert the
plugs straight in until they click into place.
• Do not bend or tie optical digital cords.
Tip
All the digital audio jacks are compatible with
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, and 96 kHz sampling
frequencies.
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• Analog video signals input to the VIDEO
jack or COMPONENT VIDEO jacks can be
up-converted as HDMI signals. Audio
signals are not output from an HDMI OUT
jack when the image is converted.
• This receiver supports High Bitrate Audio
(DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD)
and HDMI (Deep Color, x.v.Color).
• This receiver supports the Control for HDMI
function. For details, see “Control for
HDMI” (page 83).
• HDMI 3 input has a better sound quality.
When you need a higher sound quality,
connect your component to the HDMI IN 3
(for AUDIO) jack and select HDMI 3 as
input.
Connecting components with
HDMI jacks
HDMI is the abbreviated name for High-
Definition Multimedia Interface. It is an
interface which transmits video and audio
signals in digital format.
HDMI features
• A digital audio signal transmitted by HDMI
can be output from the speakers connected to
this receiver. This signal supports Dolby
Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM.
• This receiver can receive multi channel
Linear PCM (up to 8 channels) with a
sampling frequency of 192 kHz or less with
an HDMI connection.
Satellite tuner, set-top box
Blu-ray disc player, PS3™,
hard disk recorder
DVD player
Audio/video
signals
Audio/video
signals
Audio/video
signals
A
A
A
A
Audio/video
signals
TV, projector, etc.
AHDMI cable (not supplied)
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• Sound may be interrupted when the
sampling frequency, the number of channels
or the audio format of the audio output
signals from the playback component is
switched.
• When the connected component is not
compatible with copyright protection
technology (HDCP), the image and/or the
sound from the HDMI OUT jack may be
distorted or may not be output.
Notes on connecting cables
• We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI
cable.
• We recommend that you use an HDMI cable
with the HDMI logo (made by Sony) for the
HDMI jack corresponding to high speed
(HDMI version 1.3a, category 2 cable) when
you view images or listen to sound during
Deep Color transmission or when you watch
a video image of 1080p or higher.
In this case, check the specification of the
connected component.
• You can enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD
Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD), multi
channel Linear PCM only with an HDMI
connection.
• Set the image resolution of the playback
component to more than 720p/1080i to
enjoy High Bitrate Audio (DTS-HD Master
Audio, Dolby TrueHD).
• The image resolution of the playback
component may need certain settings be
made before you can enjoy multi channel
Linear PCM. Refer to the operating
instructions of the playback component.
• Not every HDMI component supports all
functions that are defined by the specified
HDMI version. For example, components
that support HDMI version 1.3a, may not
support Deep Color.
• We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI
conversion cable. When you connect an
HDMI-DVI conversion cable to a DVI-D
component, the sound and/or the image may
not be output. Connect other audio cords or
digital connecting cords, then set “Input
Assign” in the Input Option menu when the
sound is not output correctly.
Notes on HDMI connections
• An audio signal input to the HDMI IN jack
is output from the speaker output jacks and
HDMI OUT jack. It is not output from any
other audio jacks.
• A video signal input to the HDMI IN jack
can only be output from the HDMI OUT
jack. The video input cannot be output from
the VIDEO OUT jacks or MONITOR OUT
jacks.
• The audio and video signals of HDMI input
are not output from the HDMI OUT jack
while the receiver menu is displayed.
• When you want to listen to the sound from
the TV speaker, set “Audio Out” to
“TV+AMP” in the HDMI settings menu. If
set to “AMP”, the sound is not output from
the TV speaker.
• Refer to the operating instructions of each
connected component for details.
• DSD signals of Super Audio CD are not
input and output.
• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit
length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI jack
may be suppressed by the connected
component. Check the setup of the
connected component if an image is poor or
the sound does not come out of a component
connected via the HDMI cable.
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Note
Connecting a DVD player
To input multi channel digital audio from the DVD
player, set the digital audio output setting on the
DVD player. Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the DVD player.
The following illustration shows how to
connect a DVD player.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Connect the audio and video cords according
to the jacks of your components.
DVD player
Video signals
Audio signals
B
C
E
D
A
AOptical digital cord (not supplied)
BCoaxial digital cord (not supplied)
CAudio cord (not supplied)
DVideo cord (not supplied)
EComponent video cord (not supplied)
* When you connect a component equipped with an
OPTICAL jack, set “Input Assign” in the Input
menu.
Tip
The COMPONENT VIDEO COMPO 2 IN jacks
have been assigned to the DVD player. If you
connect your DVD player to the COMPONENT
VIDEO COMPO 1 or COMPO 3 IN jacks, set
“Input Assign” in the Input menu.
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Note
Connecting a Blu-ray disc player
To input multi channel digital audio from the Blu-
ray disc player, set the digital audio output setting on
the Blu-ray disc player. Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the Blu-ray disc player.
The following illustration shows how to
connect a Blu-ray disc player.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Connect the audio and video cords according
to the jacks of your components.
Blu-ray disc player
Video signals
Audio signals
A
B
C
D
E
AOptical digital cord (not supplied)
BCoaxial digital cord (not supplied)
CAudio cord (not supplied)
DVideo cord (not supplied)
EComponent video cord (not supplied)
* When you connect a component equipped with an
OPTICAL jack, set “Input Assign” in the Input
menu.
Tip
The COMPONENT VIDEO COMPO 1 IN jacks
have been assigned to the Blu-ray disc player. If you
connect your Blu-ray disc player to the
COMPONENT VIDEO COMPO 2 or COMPO 3 IN
jacks, set “Input Assign” in the Input menu.
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Connecting a satellite tuner,
set-top box
The following illustration shows how to
connect a satellite tuner or set-top box.
It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Connect the audio and video cords according
to the jacks of your components.
Satellite tuner, set-top box
Video signals
Audio signals
A
B
C
AAudio cord (not supplied)
BVideo cord (not supplied)
CComponent video cord (not supplied)
Tip
The COMPONENT VIDEO COMPO 3 IN jacks
have been assigned to the satellite tuner or set-top
box. If you connect your satellite tuner or set-top
box to the COMPONENT VIDEO COMPO 1 or
COMPO 2 IN jacks, set “Input Assign” in the Input
menu.
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It is not necessary to connect all the cords.
Connect the audio and video cords according
to the jacks of your components.
Connecting components with
analog video and audio jack
The following illustration shows how to
connect a component which has analog jacks
such as a DVD recorder, VCR, etc.
DVD recorder, VCR
Video signals
Audio signals
A
B
(On the front panel)
Camcorder,
video game
C
AAudio cord (not supplied)
BVideo cord (not supplied)
CAudio/video cord (not supplied)
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• Video signals can be up-converted as HDMI
video and component video signals.
• Component video signals can be output as
HDMI video and video signals.
Function for conversion of video
signals
This receiver is equipped with a function for
converting video signals. You can output the
video signal after connecting this receiver via
the MONITOR OUT or HDMI OUT jack as
shown in the illustration.
For details on the video converting function,
see “In the video input/output conversion table
classified by the menu settings” (page 32).
In the video input/output conversion table of the receiver
Output Signals
BC
ABC
BC
C
A
B
Input Signals
OUTPUT jack
INPUT jack
COMPONENT VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
HDMI OUT
MONITOR VIDEO OUT
HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 A
f
a
a
X
a/f
a
X
a
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN B
VIDEO IN C
a/f*
a : Video signals are converted and output through the video converter.
f : The same type of signal as that of the input signal is output. Video signals are not converted.
X : Video signals are not output.
* Video signals are output when “Resolution” is set to “DIRECT” in the Video settings menu.
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Notes on converting video signals
• When video signals from a VCR, etc., are
converted on this receiver and then output to
your TV, depending on the status of the
video signal output, the image on the TV
screen may appear distorted horizontally or
no image may be output.
To display Closed Caption
Set “Resolution” to “DIRECT” in the Video
settings menu when receiving a signal that
supports Closed Captions.
Use the same kind of cords for the input/output
signals.
• HDMI video signals cannot be converted to
component video signals and video signals.
• The converted video signals are output only
from the MONITOR OUT jacks. They are
not output from the VIDEO OUT jacks.
• When you play a VCR with an image
improvement circuit, such as Time Base
Corrector (TBC), the images may be
distorted or may not be output. In this case,
set the image improvement circuit function
to off.
• The resolution of the signals output to the
COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT
jacks is converted up to 1080i. The
resolution of the signals output to the HDMI
OUT jack is converted up to 1080p.
• COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT
jacks have restrictions on resolution when
the resolution of video signals protected by
copyright technology is converted.
Resolution of up to 480p can be output to the
COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT
jacks. The HDMI OUT jack has no
restriction on resolution.
• Video signals for which the resolution has
been converted can be output from either the
COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT
jacks or the HDMI OUT jack. The video
signals are output from the HDMI OUT jack
when both are connected.
• Set “Resolution” to “AUTO” or “480i/576i”
in the Video settings menu to output the
video signals from the MONITOR VIDEO
OUT or COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR
OUT jack when both are connected.
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In the video input/output conversion table classified by the menu
settings
For details on “Resolution” menu setting, see “Settings for the video (Video settings menu)”
(page 54) and on operating, see “Converting analog video input signals” (page 88).
Output from
“Resolution”
menu setting
HDMI OUT jack
COMPONENT
VIDEO MONITOR
OUT jacks
MONITOR VIDEO
OUT jack
Input signals
DIRECT
Component video
Video
X
X
f
X
f
X
AUTO (initial Component video
aa)
aa)
ac)
ac)
a
ab)
ab)
a
ab)
ab)
a
a
X
setting)
Video
480i/576i
480p/576p
720p, 1080i
1080p
Component video
Video
a
Component video
Video
a
a
a
f
Component video
Video
a
ad)
ad)
f
X
a
f
Component video
Video
a
X
a
X
f
a : Video signals are converted and output through the video converter.
f : The same type of signal as that of the input signal is output. Video signals are not converted.
X : Video signals are not output.
a)This resolution is set automatically, depending on the connected TV.
b)When the TV is connected to jacks other than the HDMI jacks, 480i/576i signals are output when
“Resolution” is set to “AUTO”.
c)480p/576p signals are output even if 480i/576i is set.
d)Video signals without copyright protection are output based on the settings menu. Video signals with
copyright protection are output as 480p.
Notes
• Video signals are not output from the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT or MONITOR VIDEO OUT
jack when the TV, etc., is connected to the HDMI OUT jack.
• If you select a resolution that the connected TV does not support in the “Resolution” menu, the images from
the TV cannot be output correctly.
• Converted HDMI image output signals do not support “x.v.Color” and Deep Color.
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5: Connecting the antennas
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and
FM wire antenna.
Before connecting the antennas, be sure to
disconnect the AC power cord.
AM loop antenna
(supplied)
FM wire antenna (supplied)
Notes
• To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna
away from the receiver and other components.
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.
• After connecting the FM wire antenna, keep it as
horizontal as possible.
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Performing initial setup
operations
6: Preparing the receiver
and the remote
Before using the receiver for the first time,
initialize the receiver by performing the
following procedure. This procedure can also
be used to return settings you have made to
their factory defaults.
Connecting the AC power cord
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation.
Note
Before connecting the AC power cord, make sure
that metallic wires of the speaker cords are not
touching each other between the SPEAKERS
terminals.
1,2 2,3
AC power cord
2,3
1 Press POWER to turn off the
receiver.
2 While holding down TONE
MODE and 2CH/A.DIRECT,
press POWER to turn on the
receiver.
To the wall outlet
3 Release TONE MODE and 2CH/
A.DIRECT after a few seconds.
After “CLEARING” appears on the
display window for a while,
“CLEARED !” appears.
All the settings you have changed or
adjusted are reset to the initial settings.
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Inserting batteries into the
remote
About the command mode
The receiver and the remote use the same
command mode.
If the command modes of the receiver and the
remote are different, you cannot use the
remote to operate the receiver.
Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-
AAL019 Remote Commander.
Observe the correct polarity when installing
batteries.
If the command modes of both the receiver and
the remote are those of the initial setting (AV
SYSTEM 2), it is not necessary to reset them.
You can switch the command mode (AV
SYSTEM 1 or AV SYSTEM 2) of the receiver
and the remote. If both the receiver and the
other Sony component respond to the same
remote command, switch the command mode
of either the component or the receiver to
another command mode so that the component
does not respond to the same remote command
Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or
humid place.
• Do not use a new battery with old ones.
• Do not mix manganese batteries and other kinds of
batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight
or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
To switch the command mode
of the receiver
POWER
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an
extended period of time, remove the batteries to
avoid possible damage from battery leakage and
corrosion.
• When you replace the batteries, the programmed
remote codes may be cleared. If this happens,
program the remote codes again (page 115).
2CH/A.DIRECT
Tip
When the remote no longer operates the receiver,
replace all the batteries with new ones.
While holding down 2CH/
A.DIRECT, press POWER to turn on
the receiver.
When the command mode is set to “AV2”,
“C. MODE AV2” appears on the display
window.
When the command mode is set to “AV1”,
“C. MODE AV1” appears on the display
window.
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To switch the command mode
of the RM-AAL019 remote
Interface)
THEATER
1
1
SHIFT
TV
AMP
SHIFT
AMP
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
You can change the display mode of the menu
to screen mode using the following
procedures. “GUI MODE” appears in the
display window in screen mode.
By using the GUI menu, you can make various
settings and adjustments.
2
4
SAT
5
TV
6
TAPE
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
MD/
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
MULTI
IN
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
XM
SIRIUS
See “Operating without connecting to the TV”
(page 103) if you are not going to use a GUI
menu.
2CH/
3
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
1 While holding down RM SET UP, press
?/1.
Displaying the GUI menu on the
TV screen
The AMP button flashes and the SHIFT
button lights up.
THEATER
2 Press 1 or 2 while the AMP button is
flashing.
2
SHIFT
TV
AMP
The AMP button lights up.
When you press 1, the command mode is
set to AV SYSTEM 1. When you press 2,
the command mode is set to AV SYSTEM
2.
1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
VIDEO1
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
MULTI
IN
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
3 Press ENT/MEM before the AMP
button lights off.
XM
SIRIUS
2CH/
The AMP button flashes twice, then the
command mode setting process is
completed.
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
3
4
HOME
MENU
1 Connect a TV to this receiver.
See “3: Connecting the TV” (page 17).
2 Turn on the receiver and the TV.
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Settings
3 Press GUI MODE repeatedly.
You can use the Settings menu to set and adjust
this receiver.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
Auto Calibration
menu to adjust the speakers automatically.
For details, see “9: Calibrating the
appropriate speaker settings automatically
(Auto Calibration)” (page 41).
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select a
menu you want, then press
or b.
Speaker
You can use the Speaker settings menu to
adjust the speakers manually for the current
position, and to set the speaker impedance.
For details, see “Setting the speaker
impedances” (page 39) and see “Adjusting
the speaker settings manually” (page 63).
Surround
You can use the Surround settings menu to
select the sound field you want for your
listening pleasure. For details on adjusting
the parameters, see “Enjoying a pre-
programmed sound field” (page 56).
Overview of the menus
The following menu items are available in
each settings menu.
Input
You can use the EQ settings menu to adjust
the equalizer. For details, see “Adjusting the
equalizer” (page 68).
Selects the input to the receiver.
For details on each input, see “Selecting a
component” (page 47).
Music
For details on adjusting the audio using the
Audio settings menu, see “Settings for the
audio (Audio settings menu)” (page 53).
component connected the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter.
For details on the Music function, see
“Enjoying the sound/images from the
components connected to the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT” (page 89).
Video
For details on adjusting the video using the
Video settings menu, see “Settings for the
video (Video settings menu)” (page 54).
FM/AM/XM/SIRIUS
HDMI
You can listen to the radio using the receiver.
For details on the Tuner operation, see “Tuner
Operations” (page 69).
You can use the HDMI settings menu to
operate components connected to the HDMI
jacks. For details on adjusting the
parameters, see “Settings for HDMI (HDMI
settings menu)” (page 54).
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3 Press
or b to enter the
System
menu.
For details on adjusting the system using the
System settings menu, see “Settings for the
system (System settings menu)” (page 55).
The menu item list appears on the TV
screen.
Navigating through menus using
the GUI
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
1
2-9
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the menu item you want to
adjust.
RETURN/
EXIT O
HOME
MENU
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
5 Press
or b to enter the menu
item.
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select a
the parameter you want.
menu you want.
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7 Press
to enter the
parameter.
8: Setting the speakers
Setting the speaker impedances
Set the appropriate speaker impedance for the
speakers you are using.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
8 Press V/v repeatedly to select
1
the setting you want.
2-5
9 Press
to enter the setting.
HOME
To return to the previous screen
Press RETURN/EXIT O.
MENU
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
To exit the menu
select “GUI ON”.
Press MENU.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
To exit “GUI MODE”
Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select “GUI
OFF”.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Settings”, then press
or b.
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Speaker”, then press
or b.
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4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Impedance”, then press
Selecting the front speakers
.
You can select the front speakers you want to
drive.
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“4 Ω” or “8 Ω” depending on
the speakers you are using,
Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
repeatedly to select the front
speaker system you want to drive.
then press
.
Note
This setting is not available when headphones are
connected.
To select
Light up
The speakers connected to the
SP A
FRONT SPEAKERS A terminals.
The speakers connected to the
SP B
Notes
• If you are not sure of the impedances of the
speakers, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with your speakers. (This information is
often found on the back of the speaker.)
• When you connect all speakers with a normal
impedance of 8 ohms or higher, set “Impedance” to
“8 Ω”. When connecting other types of speakers,
set it to “4 Ω”.
• When you connect front speakers to both the
SPEAKERS A and B terminals, connect the
speakers with a normal impedance of 8 ohms or
higher.
FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals.
The speakers connected to both the SP A+B
FRONT SPEAKERS A and B
terminals (parallel connection).
To turn off the speaker output
Press SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
repeatedly until the “SP A”, “SP B” and “SP
A+B” indicators in the display window light
off.
– When you connect speakers with impedance of
16 ohms or higher in both “A” and “B”
configuration:
“ALL OFF” appears in the display window.
Set “Impedance” to “8 Ω” in the Speaker
settings menu.
– For other types of speakers in other
configurations:
Set “Impedance” to “4 Ω” in the Speaker
settings menu.
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Before you perform the Auto
Calibration
9: Calibrating the
appropriate speaker
settings automatically
(Auto Calibration)
Before you perform the Auto Calibration, set
up and connect the speakers (page 13-16).
• The AUTO CAL MIC jack is used for the
supplied optimizer microphone only. Do not
connect other microphones. Doing so may
damage the receiver and the microphone.
• During the measurement, the sound that
comes out of the speakers is very loud. The
volume of the sound cannot be adjusted. Pay
attention to the presence of children or to the
effect on your neighborhood.
• Perform the measurement in a quiet
environment to avoid the effect of noise and
get a more accurate measurement.
• If there are any obstacles in the path between
the optimizer microphone and the speakers,
the calibration cannot be performed
correctly. Remove any obstacle from the
measurement area to avoid measurement
error.
The DCAC (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration)
function allows you to perform automatic
calibration as follows:
• Check the connection between each speaker
a)
and the receiver.
• Measure the polarity of speakers.
• Measure the distance of each speaker from
a)
your seating position automatically.
• Measure the speaker size.
a)
• Adjust the speaker level.
• Measure the frequency characteristics.
a)b)
a)
The measurement result is not utilized in the
following cases:
– The multi channel input is selected.
– “2ch Analog Direct” is being used.
b)
• When you use a bi-amplifier connection, set
“Sur Back Assign” to “BI-AMP” in the
Speaker settings menu before you perform
Auto Calibration.
cases:
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling
frequency of more than 96 kHz are being
received.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of
more than 96 kHz are being received.
Notes
• The Auto Calibration function does not work if
– headphones are connected.
– SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) is set to off.
• If the muting function has been activated before
you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function
will be set to off automatically.
The DCAC is designed to obtain proper sound
balance in your room. However, you can adjust
the speaker levels and balance manually
according to your preference. For details, see
“Making settings with the Test Tone menu”
(page 66).
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On setting up the active
subwoofer
Optimizer microphone
• When a subwoofer is connected, turn on the
subwoofer and turn up the volume
beforehand. Turn the MASTER VOLUME
knob to just before the mid-point.
• If you connect a subwoofer with the
crossover frequency function, set the value
to maximum.
• If you connect a subwoofer with an auto
standby function, set it to off (deactivated).
Note
Depending on the characteristics of the subwoofer
you are using, the setup distance value may be
further away from the actual position.
1 Connect the supplied optimizer
microphone to the AUTO CAL
MIC jack.
2 Set up the optimizer
microphone.
Place the optimizer microphone at your
seating position. Use a stool or tripod so
that the optimizer microphone remains at
the same height as your ears.
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5 Press V/v repeatedly and
to
Performing Auto Calibration
un-check the items you do not
want to measure.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
• Speaker Distance
• Speaker Level
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
1
• Frequency Characteristic
2-7
HOME
MENU
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
6 Press b.
7 Press
to select “Start”.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Settings”, then press
or b.
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Auto Calibration”, then press
or b.
8 The measurement starts in five
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
seconds.
“Quick Setup”, then press
.
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9 Measurement starts.
Confirming/saving the
measurement results
The measurement process will take
approximately 30 seconds with a test
tone. Wait until the measurement process
completes.
1 Confirm the measurement
result.
When the measurement ends, a beep
sounds and the measurement result
appears on the TV screen.
Tips
• Operations other than turning the receiver on or off
are deactivated during the measurement.
• When connecting special speakers, such as dipole
speakers, the measurements may not be performed
correctly or Auto Calibration cannot be performed.
Note
When the speaker(s) is (are) out of the phase,
“Out Phase” is displayed on the TV screen.
The “+” and “–” terminals of the speaker may
be connected the other way around. However,
depending on the speakers, “Out Phase”
appears on the TV screen even though the
speakers are connected properly. This is
because of the speakers’ specifications. In this
case, you can continue to use the receiver.
To cancel the measurement
The measurement is cancelled when you
change the volume, activate the muting
function, switch functions, change the setting
of SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B), press GUI
MODE, or connect headphones.
Tip
The displayed unit of distance is feet. You can
change the unit of distance to meters in
“Distance Unit” in the Speaker settings menu.
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Parameter
Explanation
2 Press
to select “Next”.
Full Flat
Makes the measurement of
frequency from each
speaker flat.
When “Save auto calibration (auto
speaker setup) results?” appears on the
TV screen, you can select whether to
confirm the warning (“Yes”) or not
(“No”).
Engineer
Sets the frequency to one
that matches that of the
Sony listening room
standard.
Follow the instructions of the TV screen
when you select “Yes”.
For details on warning and error codes,
see “Message list after Auto Calibration
measurement” (page 46).
Front Reference Adjusts the characteristics
of all the speakers to match
the characteristics of the
front speaker.
OFF
Sets the Auto Calibration
EQ to off.
Tip
Press
on the remote when “Please Press
ENTER.” appears on the TV screen.
5 Press b.
3 Press B/b repeatedly to select
The exit screen appears.
“Yes”, then press
.
6 Press
to exit.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
Note
the Auto Calibration type, then
The frequency response measurement result is not
utilized in the following cases.
press
.
The measurement results are saved.
– The multi channel input is selected.
– “2ch Analog Direct” is being used.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling
frequency of more than 96 kHz are being
received.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 96 kHz are being received.
Tip
The size of a speaker (LARGE/SMALL) is
determined by the low characteristics. The
measurement results may vary, depending on the
position of the optimizer microphone and speakers,
and the shape of the room. It is recommended that
you follow the measurement results. However, you
can change those settings in the Speaker settings
menu. Save the measurement results first, then try to
change the settings if you want.
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Message list after Auto Calibration measurement
Message
Explanation
appears in GUI
menu [Display
window]
Error Code: 31
[E-xxx: 31]*
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) is set to off. Set it to others and perform the measurement
again.
Error Code: 32
[E-xxx: 32]*
None of the speakers were detected. Make sure that the optimizer microphone is connected
properly and perform the measurement again.
If the optimizer microphone is connected properly but the error code appears, the optimizer
microphone cable may be damaged or improperly connected.
Error Code: 33
[E-xxx: 33]*
• None of the front speakers are connected or only one front speaker is connected.
• The optimizer microphone is not connected.
• Either the left or right surround speakers is not connected.
• Surround back speakers are connected even though surround speakers are not connected.
Connect the surround speaker(s) to the SURROUND terminals.
• The surround back speaker is connected only to the SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS R
terminals. When you connect only one surround back speaker, connect it to the
SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS L terminals.
Warning Code: 40 The measurement has completed. However, the noise level is high. You may be able to
[W-xxx: 40]* perform the measurement properly if you try it again, even though the measurement cannot
be performed in all environments. Try to perform the measurement in a quiet environment.
Warning Code: 41 The input from the microphone is too loud. The distance between the speaker and the
[W-xxx: 41]* microphone may be too close with each other. Retry the measurement after setting them
further apart from each other.
Warning Code: 42 The input from the microphone is too loud. The distance between the speaker and the
further apart from each other.
Warning Code: 43 The distance and position of a subwoofer cannot be detected. This may be caused by noise.
[W-xxx: 43]* Try to perform the measurement in a quiet environment.
NO WARNING There is no warning information.
*
F
FL
FR
xxx represents a speaker channel.
When a warning code appears
If a warning on the measurement result is
present, detailed information is displayed.
Front
Front Left
Front Right
to return to step 1 of
CNT
SL
SR
Center
Surround Left
Surround Right
Surround Back
Surround Back Left
Surround Back Right
Subwoofer
“Confirming/saving the measurement
results” (page 44).
SB
Tip
SBL
SBR
SW
Depending on the position of the subwoofer, the
measurement results for polarity may vary.
However, there will be no problems even if you
continue to use the receiver with that value.
•Error Code: 31, 32, 33
1 Press B/b to select “Retry”, then press
.
2 Press
to select “Start”.
3 Follow the instructions from step 7 of
“Performing Auto Calibration”.
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To set Auto Calibration items
more precisely (Enhanced
Setup)
Playback
On the Auto Calibration menu, select
Selecting a component
“Enhanced Setup”, then press
.
• Seating Position
You can register three patterns as position 1,
2, and 3, depending on the seating position,
listening environment, and measurement
conditions.
• Calibration Type
For details, see the table on page 45.
THEATER
SHIFT
TV
AMP
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
8
9
1
MULTI
IN
TUNER
PHONO
Optional menu parameters for
Enhanced Setup settings
• EQ Curve
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
XM
SIRIUS
2CH/
Activates/deactivates the EQ curve
measurement.
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
• Name Input
GUI
MODE
You can rename the position number. For
details, see “Naming inputs” (page 92).
HOME
CATEGORY
TUNING
CATEGORY MODE TUNING
DISC SKIP
3
MUTING
1 Press one of the input buttons
to select the component you
want.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
Selected
input
Components that can be
played back
VIDEO 1
VCR, etc., connected to the
VIDEO 1 jack.
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Tips
Selected
input
Components that can be
played back
• You can adjust the volume differently depending
on the speed with which you turn the MASTER
VOLUME knob.
To turn the volume up or down quickly: turn the
knob quickly.
VIDEO 2
Camcorder and video game,
etc., connected to the VIDEO
2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
jack.
To make fine adjustment: turn the knob slowly.
• You can adjust the volume differently depending
on the length of time you press and hold the
MASTER VOL +/– button on the remote.
To turn the volume up or down quickly: press and
hold the button.
BD
Blu-ray disc player, etc.,
connected to the BD jack.
DVD
SAT
DVD player, etc., connected
to the DVD jack.
Satellite tuner, etc., connected
to the SAT jack.
To make fine adjustment: press the button and
release it immediately.
TV
TV connected to the TV jack.
MD/TAPE
MD or tape deck, etc.,
connected to the MD/TAPE
jack.
To activate the muting function
Press MUTING on the remote. To cancel,
press MUTING on the remote again or turn
MASTER VOLUME clockwise to raise the
volume.
SA-CD/CD
Super Audio CD or CD
player, etc., connected to the
SA-CD/CD jack.
TUNER
PHONO
Built-in radio tuner.
To avoid damaging your
speakers
Before you turn off the receiver, be sure to turn
down the volume level.
Turntable, etc., connected to
the PHONO jack.
MULTI IN
DMPORT
Component connected to the
MULTI CHANNEL INPUT
jack.
Portable audio, etc.,
connected to the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter
connected to the receiver.
HDMI 1, 2, 3, HDMIcomponentsconnected
4
to the HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN
2, HDMI IN 3 or HDMI IN 4
jack.
XM
SIRIUS
XM Mini-Tuner and Home
Dock connected to the XM
jack.
SiriusConnect Home tuner
connected to the SIRIUS jack.
2 Turn on the component and
start playback.
3 Press MASTER VOL +/– to
adjust the volume.
You can also use MASTER VOLUME on
the receiver.
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Listening to a Super Audio CD/CD
THEATER
SHIFT
TV
AMP
2
3
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
MULTI
IN
-/-- 0/10 ENT/MEM CLEAR
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
XM
SIRIUS
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
5
3
GUI
MODE
HOME
CATEGORY
TUNING
CATEGORY MODE TUNING
DISC SKIP
BD/DVD
TOP MENU MENU
F1
F2
MACRO
1
MACRO
2
5
1 Turn on the Super Audio CD player or CD
• The operation is described for a
Sony Super Audio CD player.
• Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the
Super Audio CD player or CD
player.
player, then place the disc in the tray.
2 Turn on the receiver.
3 Press SA-CD/CD to select “SA-CD/CD”.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to
select “SA-CD/CD”.
z
You can select the sound field to
suit the music. See page 61 for
details.
4 Play back the disc.
5 Adjust to a suitable volume.
6 After you have finished listening to a Super
Audio CD or CD, eject the disc and turn off
the receiver and the Super Audio CD player
or CD player.
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Watching a DVD/Blu-ray Disc
THEATER
2
SHIFT
TV
AMP
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
3
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
MULTI
IN
-/-- 0/10 ENT/MEM CLEAR
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
XM
SIRIUS
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
6
3
GUI
MODE
HOME
CATEGORY
TUNING
CATEGORY MODE TUNING
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp
DISC SKIP
BD/DVD
TOP MENU MENU
F1
F2
MACRO
1
MACRO
2
6
1 Turn on the TV and DVD player or Blu-ray
• Refer to the operating
disc player.
instructions supplied with the
TV and DVD player or Blu-ray
disc player.
2 Turn on the receiver.
• Check the following if you
cannot listen to the multi
channel sound.
– Be sure the sound source
corresponds to the multi
channel format (the MULTI
CHANNEL DECODING
lamp on the front panel lights
up during playback).
– Be sure this receiver is
connected to the DVD player
or Blu-ray disc player via a
digital connection.
– Be sure the digital audio
output of the DVD player or
Blu-ray disc player is set up
properly.
3 Press DVD or BD to select “DVD” or “BD”.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to
select “DVD” or “BD”.
4 Switch the input of the TV so that an image
of the DVD or Blu-ray disc is displayed.
5 Play back the disc.
6 Adjust to a suitable volume.
7 After you have finished watching a DVD or
Blu-ray disc, eject the disc and turn off the
receiver, the TV, and the DVD player or Blu-
ray disc player.
z
• Select the sound format of the
disc to be played, if necessary.
• You can select the sound field to
suit the movie or the music. See
page 61 for details.
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Enjoying video games
THEATER
SHIFT
TV
AMP
2
3
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
MULTI
IN
-/-- 0/10 ENT/MEM CLEAR
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
XM
SIRIUS
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
6
3
GUI
MODE
HOME
CATEGORY
TUNING
CATEGORY MODE TUNING
DISC SKIP
VIDEO 2 IN/PORTABLE AV IN
BD/DVD
TOP MENU MENU
F1
F2
MACRO
1
MACRO
2
6
1 Turn on the TV and video game.
2 Turn on the receiver.
Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the TV and video
game.
3 Press VIDEO 2 to select “VIDEO 2*”.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to
select “VIDEO 2*”.
* When you connect a video game to the VIDEO 2 IN/
PORTABLE AV IN jack on the front panel.
4 Switch the input of the TV so that an image
of the video game is displayed.
5 Place the disc in the tray and play it back on
the video game.
6 Adjust to a suitable volume.
7 After you have finished playing a game, eject
the disc and turn off the receiver, the TV, and
the video game.
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Watching video
THEATER
SHIFT
TV
AMP
2
3
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
MULTI
IN
-/-- 0/10 ENT/MEM CLEAR
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
XM
SIRIUS
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
6
3
GUI
MODE
HOME
CATEGORY
TUNING
CATEGORY MODE TUNING
DISC SKIP
BD/DVD
TOP MENU MENU
F1
F2
MACRO
1
MACRO
2
6
1 Turn on the VCR.
2 Turn on the receiver.
Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the TV and VCR.
3 Press VIDEO 1 to select “VIDEO 1*”.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on this receiver to
select “VIDEO 1*”.
* When you connect a VCR to the VIDEO 1 jack.
4 Switch the input of the TV so that an image
of the VCR is displayed.
5 Play back the tape on the VCR.
6 Adjust to a suitable volume.
7 After you have finished watching a video,
eject the tape and turn off the receiver, the
TV, and the VCR.
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(Digital audio input decoding
priority)
Lets you specify the input mode for the digital
signal input to the HDMI IN jacks.
• PCM
When signals from the HDMI IN jack are
selected, only PCM signals are output from
the connected player. To prevent interruption
when playback starts, set to “PCM”. When
signals in other format are received, set this
item to “AUTO”.
Settings for the audio
(Audio settings menu)
You can use the Audio settings menu to make
settings for the audio to suit your preference.
Select “Audio” in the Settings menu. For
details on adjusting the parameters, see “7:
Operating the receiver using the GUI
• AUTO
Automatically switches the input mode
between DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM.
(Graphical User Interface)” (page 36).
Note
Audio settings menu parameters
Even when “Decode Priority” is set to “PCM”, the
sound may be interrupted at the very beginning of
the first track depending on the CD being played
back.
x A/V Sync
(Synchronizes audio and video
output)
Lets you delay the output of audio to minimize
the time gap between audio output and visual
display. You can adjust the delay from 0 ms to
300 ms in 10 ms steps.
Notes
• This function is useful when you use a large LCD
or plasma monitor or a projector.
• This function does not work in the following cases.
– The multi channel input is selected.
– “2ch Analog Direct” is being used.
x Dual Mono
(Digital broadcast language
selection)
Lets you select the language you want to listen
to during a digital broadcast. This feature only
functions for Dolby Digital sources.
• MAIN/SUB
Sound of the main language will be output
through the front left speaker, and sound of
the sub language will be output through the
front right speaker simultaneously.
• MAIN
Sound of the main language will be output.
• SUB
Sound of the sub language will be output.
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Settings for the video
(Video settings menu)
Settings for HDMI (HDMI
settings menu)
You can use the Video settings menu to make
settings for video. Select “Video” in the
Settings menu. For details on adjusting the
parameters, see “7: Operating the receiver
using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)”
(page 36).
You can use the HDMI settings menu to make
the required settings for components
connected to the HDMI jack. Select “HDMI”
in the Settings menu. For details on adjusting
the parameters, see “7: Operating the receiver
using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)”
(page 36).
Video settings menu parameters
HDMI settings menu parameters
x Resolution
(Converting video signals)
Lets you convert the resolution of analog video
HDMI)
input signals.
Lets you turn the components connected to the
• DIRECT
HDMI jack using an HDMI cable on or off.
• AUTO
• 480i/576i
• OFF
• ON
• 480p/576p
• 720p
Note
When you set “Control for HDMI” to “ON”,
“Audio Out” may be changed automatically.
• 1080i
• 1080p
x Audio Out
For details on operation, see “In the video
input/output conversion table classified by the
menu settings” (page 32).
(HDMI audio input setting)
Lets you set the audio output for HDMI from
the playback component connected to the
receiver via an HDMI connection.
• TV+AMP
The sound is output from the TV’s speaker
and the speakers connected to the receiver.
Notes
• The sound quality of the playback component
depends on the TV’s sound quality, such as the
number of channels, the sampling frequency, etc.
When the TV has stereo speakers, the sound
output from the receiver is also stereo as that of
the TV, even if you play multi channel source.
• When you connect the receiver to a video
component (projector, etc.), sound may not be
output from the receiver. In this case, select
“AMP”.
• When you select the input that you have assigned
the HDMI input, sound does not output from the
TV.
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• AMP
The HDMI audio signals from the playback
component is only output to the speakers
connected to the receiver. The multi channel
sound can be played back as it is.
Settings for the system
(System settings menu)
You can use the System settings menu to
customize the settings of the receiver. Select
“System” in the Settings menus. For details on
adjusting the parameters, see “7: Operating the
receiver using the GUI (Graphical User
Interface)” (page 36).
Note
Audio signals are not output from the TV’s
speakers when “Audio Out” is set to “AMP”.
x Subwoofer Level (Subwoofer
level for HDMI)
Lets you set the level of the subwoofer to 0 dB
or +10 dB when PCM signals are input via an
HDMI connection. You can set the level for
each HDMI input independently.
• 0 dB
System settings menu
parameters
• +10 dB
• AUTO
x Screen Saver (Screen Saver)
Lets you activate the screen saver function for
the GUI menu on the TV connected to the
receiver.
The subwoofer level is automatically set to
0 dB or +10 dB depending on the frequency.
• ON
When there has been no operation attempted
for 15 minutes, the screen saver function is
activated automatically.
• OFF
The screen saver function is disabled.
x Language (Language)
Lets you select the language for the GUI menu
on the TV connected to the receiver.
• English
• Español
• Français
• Deutsch
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5 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Sound Field Setup”, then
Enjoying Surround Sound
press
.
Enjoying a pre-
programmed sound field
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the sound field you want.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
2
3-6
HOME
MENU
To select the Enhanced
Surround mode
1 Start playing a sound source
you want to listen to (CD, DVD,
etc.).
1 Select “Enhanced Sur Mode” in step 5.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select the
enhanced surround sound you want.
2 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
3 Press
.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
Note
The selected Enhanced Surround mode can only be
applied if you have selected “Enhanced Surround”
as a sound field in the “Sound Field Setup”
parameter.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
To adjust the effect level
“Settings”, then press
or b.
1 After selecting the sound field in step 6,
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
press
.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to adjust the
effect level, then press
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
.
“Surround”, then press
or
Higher settings apply more surround effect.
You can adjust the effect level in 4 steps
(50%, 80%, 100%, 150%).
b.
Note
You may not be able to adjust the effect level for
some sound fields.
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Types of 2CH mode
x 2ch Stereo
The receiver outputs the sound from the front
left/right speakers only. There is no sound
from the subwoofer.
Standard 2 channel stereo sources completely
bypass the sound field processing and multi
channel surround formats are downmixed to 2
channel except LFE signals.
Note
No sound is output from the subwoofer in the 2ch
Stereo mode. To listen to 2 channel stereo sources
using the front left/right speakers and a subwoofer,
select “A.F.D. Auto”.
This receiver will generate a low frequency signal
for output to the subwoofer when there is no LFE
signal, which is a low-pass sound effect output from
a subwoofer to a 2 channel signal.
x 2ch Analog Direct
You can switch the audio of the selected input
to 2 channel analog input. This function
enables you to enjoy high quality analog
sources.
When using this function, only the volume and
front speaker balance can be adjusted.
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When connecting Blu-ray disc players and other next generation HD
players
This receiver supports the following audio formats.
Connection of the playback component
Maximumnumber
of channels
and the receiver
Audio format
COAXIAL/OPTICAL
HDMI
a
Dolby Digital
5.1ch
6.1ch
7.1ch
a
a
×
Dolby Digital EX
a
Dolby Digital Plus a)
Dolby TrueHD a)
DTS
a
7.1ch
5.1ch
6.1ch
5.1ch
×
a
a
a
a
×
a
DTS-ES
a
DTS 96/24
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio a) 7.1ch
a
a
DTS-HD Master Audio a) b)
Multi channel Linear PCM a)
7.1ch
7.1ch
×
a
×
a
a)Audio signals are output in another format if the playback component does not correspond to the format. For
details, refer to the operating instructions of the playback component.
b)Signals with a sampling frequency of more than 96 kHz are played back at 96 kHz.
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Types of A.F.D. mode
The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) mode allows
you to listen to higher fidelity sound and select
the decoding mode for listening to a 2 channel
stereo sound as multi channel sound.
A.F.D. mode appears in GUI
menu [Display window]
Multi channel Effect
audio after
decoding
A.F.D. Auto [A.F.D. AUTO]
(Detecting
automatically)
Presets the sound as it was recorded/encoded without
adding any surround effects.
Enhanced Sur Mode
[E.SURROUND]
Pro Logic II* [PLII]
5-channel signals Perform Dolby Pro Logic II decoding.
7-channel signals Perform Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding.
7-channel signals Perform DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding.
Pro Logic IIx* [PLIIx]
Neo:6 Cinema [NEO6 CIN]
Neo:6 Music [NEO6 MUS]
7-channel signals Performs DTS Neo:6 Music mode decoding. This
setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.
Neural-THX [NEURAL-THX] 7-channel signals Next generation of Neural-THX® Surround. In
addition to stereo enhancement processing and pure
discrete 5.1 surround sound, now capable of full 360°
7.1 surround sound playback from Neural-THX®
surround encoded content.
Multi Stereo [MULTI ST.]
(Multi Stereo)
Outputs 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers.
However, sound may not be output from certain
speakers depending on the speaker settings.
* Depending on the speaker pattern setting, the appropriate Enhanced Surround mode appears.
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Notes
If you connect a subwoofer
This receiver will generate a low frequency
signal for output to the subwoofer when there
is no LFE signal, which is a low-pass sound
effect output from a subwoofer to a 2 channel
signal. However, the low frequency signal is
not generated for “Neo:6 Cinema” or “Neo:6
Music” when all speakers are set to “LARGE”.
In order to take full advantage of the Dolby
Digital bass redirection circuitry, we
• This function does not work in the following cases.
– The multi channel input is selected.
– DTS-HD signals with a sampling frequency of
more than 48 kHz are being received.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling
frequency of more than 48 kHz are being
received.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 96 kHz are being received.
– DTS 96/24 signals are being received.
• Neural-THX is activated as a PCM signal when a
sampling frequency of less than 48 kHz, a 2
channel analog signal or Linear PCM signals are
input. The Neural-THX processing will be turned
off automatically when another type of signal is
input. The beginning of the sound may drop out
when the SURROUND processing is turned on/off.
recommend setting the subwoofer’s cut off
frequency as high as possible.
Tips
• You can identify the encoding format of DVD
software, etc., by looking at the logo on the
package.
• Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding is effective when a
multi channel signal is input.
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Types of music/movie mode
You can take advantage of surround sound
simply by selecting one of the receiver’s
preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the
exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters
and concert halls into your home.
Sound field
for
Sound field appears in Effect
GUI menu [Display
window]
Movie
Cinema Studio EX A
[C.ST.EX A]
DCS
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production
studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching almost any
type of movie.
Cinema Studio EX B
[C.ST.EX B]
DCS
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production
studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or
action movies with lots of sound effects.
Cinema Studio EX C
[C.ST.EX C]
DCS
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures
Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching
musicals or films where orchestra music is featured in the
soundtrack.
V.Multi Dimension
[V.MULTI DIM.]
DCS
Creates many virtual speakers from a single pair of actual
surround speakers.
Music
Hall [HALL]
Reproduces the acoustics of a classical concert hall.
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
Jazz Club [JAZZ]
Live Concert [CONCERT] Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live house.
Stadium [STADIUM]
Sports [SPORTS]
Reproduces the feeling of a large open-air stadium.
Reproduces the feeling of sports broadcasting.
Portable Audio
[PORTABLE]
Reproduces a clear enhanced sound image from your portable
audio device. This mode is ideal for MP3 and other
compressed music.
Headphone*
Headphone (2ch)
[HP 2CH]
This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones
when “2ch Stereo” mode or A.F.D. mode is selected. Standard
2 channel stereo sources completely bypass the sound field
processing and multi channel surround formats are
downmixed to 2 channels except LFE signals.
Headphone Theater
[HP THEA]
DCS
This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones
when sound field is selected for movie/music. It allows you to
experience a theater-like environment while listening through
a pair of headphones.
Headphone (Direct)
[HP DIRECT]
Outputs the analog signals without processing by the tone,
sound field, etc.
Headphone (Multi)
[HP MULTI]
This mode is selected automatically if you use headphones
when the multi channel input is selected. Outputs the front
analog signals from the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT jacks.
* You can select this sound field mode if the headphones are connected to the receiver.
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Notes
• The sound fields for music and movie do not work
in the following cases.
Resetting sound fields to
the initial settings
Be sure to use the buttons on the receiver for
this operation.
– The multi channel input is selected.
– DTS-HD signals with a sampling frequency of
more than 48 kHz are being received.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling
frequency of more than 48 kHz are being
received.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 48 kHz are being received.
1,2
– DTS 96/24 signals are being received.
• The effects provided by the virtual speakers may
cause increased noise in the playback signal.
• When listening with sound fields that employ the
virtual speakers, you will not be able to hear any
sound coming directly from the surround speakers.
• When one of the sound fields for music is selected,
no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the
speakers are set to “LARGE” in the Speaker
settings menu. However, the sound will be output
from the subwoofer if the digital input signal
contains LFE signals, or if the front or surround
speakers are set to “SMALL”, the sound field for
movie is selected, or “Portable Audio” is selected.
2
1 Press POWER to turn off the
receiver.
2 While holding down MUSIC,
press POWER.
Tips
“S.F. CLEAR” appears on the display
window and all sound fields are reset to
their initial setting.
• Sound fields with DCS marks use DCS
technology. See “Glossary” (page 123).
• When a sound field with DCS mark is selected,
the Digital Cinema Sound lamp lights up on the
display window.
To turn off the surround effect
for MOVIE/MUSIC
Select “2ch Stereo” or “A.F.D. Auto” in the
Surround settings menu.
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Enjoying the surround
effect at low volume
levels
Advanced Speakers Set Up
Adjusting the speaker
settings manually
(NIGHT MODE)
You can adjust each speaker manually.
You can also adjust the speaker levels after the
Auto Calibration is completed.
This function allows you to retain a theater like
environment at low volume levels. This
function can be used with other sound fields.
When watching a movie late at night, you will
be able to hear the dialog clearly even at a low
volume level.
Making settings with the
Manual Setup menu
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
2CH/
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
NIGHT
MODE
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
GUI
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
MODE
GUI
MODE
1
2-8
HOME
HOME
MENU
Press NIGHT MODE.
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
The NIGHT MODE function is activated. The
NIGHT MODE is set to on and off as you
press NIGHT MODE.
select “GUI ON”.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
Notes
• This function does not work in the following cases.
– The multi channel input is selected.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling
frequency of more than 96 kHz are being
received.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Settings”, then press
or b.
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 96 kHz are being received.
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Speaker”, then press
or b.
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x Distance
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
(Distance from the seating
position to each speaker)
You can adjust the distance from the seating
position to each speaker (front left/right,
center, surround left/right, surround back left/
right, subwoofer).
“Manual Setup”, then press
.
You can adjust the distance from 3 feet 3
inches to 32 feet 9 inches (1.00 meter to
10.00 meters) in 1 inch (0.01 meter) steps.
5 Press V/v/B/b repeatedly to
select speaker you want to
adjust.
6 Press
.
7 Press B/b repeatedly to select
the parameter you want.
x Size
8 Press V/v repeatedly to adjust
(Size of each speaker)
You can adjust each speaker’s (front left/right,
center, surround left/right, surround back left/
right) size.
the setting.
Manual Setup menu parameters
x Level
(Level of speaker)
You can adjust each speaker’s level (center,
surround left/right, surround back left/right,
subwoofer). You can adjust the level from –20
dB to +10 dB in 0.5 dB steps.
For the front left/right speakers, you can adjust
the balance on either side. You can adjust the
front left level from –10.0 dB to +10.0 dB in
0.5 dB steps. You can also adjust the front right
level from –10.0 dB to +10.0 dB in 0.5 dB
steps.
• LARGE
If you connect large speakers that will
effectively reproduce bass frequencies,
select “LARGE”. Normally, select
“LARGE”.
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• SMALL
Making settings with the
Speaker Pattern menu
If the sound is distorted, or you feel a lack of
surround effects when using multi channel
surround sound, select “SMALL” to activate
the bass redirection circuitry and output the
bass frequencies of each channel from the
subwoofer or other “LARGE” speakers.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
1
2-5
Note
When one of the sound fields for music is selected,
no sound is output from the subwoofer if all the
speakers are set to “LARGE”. However, the sound
will be output from the subwoofer if the digital input
signal contains LFE signals, or if the front or
surround speakers are set to “SMALL”, the sound
field for movie is selected, or “Portable Audio” is
selected.
HOME
MENU
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
Tips
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
• The “LARGE” and “SMALL” settings for each
speaker determine whether the internal sound
processor will cut the bass signal from that
channel.
When the bass is cut from a channel, the bass
redirection circuitry sends the corresponding bass
frequencies to the subwoofer or other “LARGE”
speakers.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Settings”, then press
or b.
However, since bass sound has a certain amount of
directionality, it is best not to cut it, if possible.
Therefore, even when using small speakers, you
can set them to “LARGE” if you want to output the
bass frequencies from that speaker. On the other
hand, if you are using a large speaker, but prefer not
to have bass frequencies output from that speaker,
set it to “SMALL”.
If the overall sound level is lower than you prefer,
set all speakers to “LARGE”. If there is not enough
bass, you can use the equalizer to boost the bass
levels.
• The surround back speakers will be set to the same
setting as that of the surround speakers.
• When the front speakers are set to “SMALL”, the
center, surround, and surround back speakers are
also automatically set to “SMALL”.
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Speaker”, then press
or b.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Speaker Pattern”, then press
.
Select “Speaker Pattern” according to the
speaker system which you are using. You
do not need to select the speaker pattern
after Auto Calibration.
• If you do not use the subwoofer, the front speakers
are automatically set to “LARGE”.
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5 Press V/v repeatedly to select
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Test Tone”, then press
the speaker pattern you want.
.
5 Press B/b repeatedly to select
the test tone type, then press
.
Making settings with the Test
Tone menu
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
the speaker you want to adjust,
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
then press
.
GUI
MODE
The test tone is output from each speaker
in sequence.
1
2-7
7 Press V/v repeatedly to adjust
the parameter, then press
Tips
.
HOME
MENU
• To adjust the level of all speakers at the same
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
time, press MASTER VOL +/–.
• The adjusted value is shown on the display
during adjustment.
select “GUI ON”.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
When a test tone is not output
from the speakers
• The speaker cords may not be connected
securely. Check to see if they are connected
securely and cannot be disconnected by
pulling on them slightly.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Settings”, then press
or b.
• The speaker cords may have the short-circuit
problem.
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
When a test tone is output from
a different speaker than the
speaker displayed on the
screen
“Speaker”, then press
or b.
The speaker pattern to the connected speaker
is not set up correctly. Make sure the speaker
connection and the speaker pattern match.
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Test Tone menu parameters
Other menu parameters of
Speaker settings
x Test Tone (Test Tone)
• OFF
• AUTO
The test tone is output from each speaker in
sequence.
x Sur Back Assign
(Settings of the surround back
speaker(s))
• OFF
• L, C, R, SR, SB, SBR, SBL, SL, SW
You can select which speakers will output
the test tone.
If you have not connected surround back
speakers, select “OFF”.
• BI-AMP
Some items may not be displayed,
depending on the setting of the speaker
pattern.
If you connect front speakers in a bi-
amplifier configuration, select “BI-AMP”.
Note
Set “Sur Back Assign” to “OFF”, then connect the
surround back speakers to this receiver when you
want to change the connection from a bi-amplifier
connection to a surround back speakers connection.
Set up the speakers again after you connect the
surround back speakers. See “9: Calibrating the
appropriate speaker settings automatically (Auto
Calibration)” (page 41) or “Adjusting the speaker
settings manually” (page 63).
x Phase Noise (Phase Noise)
• OFF
• L/R, L/C, C/R, R/SL, R/SR, SR/SL, SR/
SBR, SBR/SBL, SR/SB, SBL/SL, SB/SL,
SL/L, L/SR
Lets you output the test tone sequentially
from adjacent speakers.
Some items may not be displayed,
depending on the setting of the speaker
pattern.
x Crossover Freq
(Speaker crossover frequency)
Lets you set the bass crossover frequency of
speakers that has been set to “SMALL” in the
Speaker settings menu. Measured speaker
crossover frequency is set for each speaker
after the Auto Calibration.
x Phase Audio (Phase Audio)
• OFF
• L/R, L/C, C/R, R/SL, R/SR, SR/SL, SR/
SBR, SBR/SBL, SR/SB, SBL/SL, SB/SL,
SL/L, L/SR
The adjusted value is set for each speaker
when you adjust the speaker crossover
frequency using “Crossover Freq” after the
Auto Calibration.
Lets you output the front 2 channel source
sound (instead of the test tone) sequentially
from adjacent speakers.
Some items may not be displayed,
depending on the setting of the speaker
pattern.
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x D. Range Comp
(Dynamic range compressor)
Lets you compress the dynamic range of the
sound track. This may be useful when you
want to watch movies at low volumes late at
night. Dynamic range compression is possible
with Dolby Digital sources only.
• OFF
Adjusting the equalizer
You can use following parameters to adjust the
tonal quality (bass/treble level) of all speakers.
Bass
Treble
The dynamic range is not compressed.
• AUTO
Level
(dB)
The dynamic range is applied automatically
with Dolby TrueHD sources and is set to
“OFF” with other sources.
Frequency
(Hz)
• STD
The dynamic range is compressed as
intended by the recording engineer.
• MAX
The dynamic range is compressed
dramatically.
Note
This function does not work in the following cases.
– The multi channel input is selected.
– Dolby TrueHD signals with a sampling
frequency of more than 96 kHz are being
received.
Tips
– PCM signals with a sampling frequency of more
than 96 kHz are being received.
• Dynamic range compressor lets you compress the
dynamic range of the soundtrack based on the
dynamic range information included in the Dolby
Digital signal.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
• “STD” is the standard setting, but it only enacts
light compression. Therefore, we recommend
using the “MAX” setting. This greatly compresses
the dynamic range and lets you view movies late at
night at low volumes. Unlike analog limiters, the
levels are predetermined and provide a very natural
compression.
GUI
MODE
1
2-6
HOME
MENU
x Distance Unit (Distance unit)
Lets you select the unit of measure for setting
distances.
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
• meter
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
The distance is displayed in meters.
• feet
The distance is displayed in feet.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Settings”, then press
or b.
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
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3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“EQ”, then press
.
Tuner Operations
Listening to FM/AM radio
You can listen to FM and AM broadcasts
through the built-in tuner. Before operation,
make sure you have connected the FM and
AM antennas to the receiver (page 33).
Tip
The tuning scale for direct tuning is shown below.
• FM band 100 kHz
• AM band 10 kHz*
* The AM tuning scale can be changed (page 132).
4 Press B/b repeatedly to select
the speaker you want to adjust,
then press
.
5 Press B/b repeatedly to select
“Bass” or “Treble”, then press
V/v to adjust the parameter.
Automatic tuning
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
Tip
GUI
You can adjust the front speaker bass and treble
level with TONE MODE and TONE +/– on the
receiver.
MODE
1
2-4
6 Press
to enter the setting.
OPTIONS
MENU
HOME
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“FM” or “AM”, then press
or
b.
The FM or AM menu list appears on the
TV screen.
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3 Press V/v to select “Auto
Tuning”, then press or b.
Direct tuning
Enter the frequency of a station directly by
using the numeric buttons.
THEATER
SHIFT
TV
AMP
4
1
2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
VIDEO1
VIDEO2
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
4
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
MULTI
IN
4 Press V/v.
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
Press V to scan from low to high, press v
to scan from high to low.
XM
SIRIUS
2CH/
The receiver stops scanning whenever a
station is received.
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
In case of poor FM stereo
reception
1
2-4
1 Press OPTIONS.
2 Press V/v to select “FM Mode”, then
HOME
MENU
press
or b.
3 Press V/v to select “MONO”, then
press
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
.
select “GUI ON”.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“FM” or “AM”, then press
or
b.
3 Press V/v to select “Direct
Tuning”, then press
.
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4 Press SHIFT, then press the
Presetting radio stations
numeric buttons to enter the
You can preset up to 30 FM and 30 AM
stations. Then you can easily tune in the
stations you often listen to.
frequency, then press
.
Example 1: FM 102.50 MHz
Select 1 b 0 b 2 b 5
Example 2: AM 1,350 kHz
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
Select 1 b 3 b 5 b 0
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
1
4
2,
5-7
HOME
MENU
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
Tip
If you have tuned in an AM station, adjust the
direction of the AM loop antenna for optimum
reception.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
If you cannot tune in a station
“– – – .– – MHz” appears and then the display
returns to the current frequency.
Make sure you have entered the right
frequency. If not, repeat step 4. If you still
cannot tune in a station, the frequency is not
used in your area.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“FM” or “AM”, then press
or
b.
3 Tune in the station that you
want to preset using Automatic
Tuning (page 69) or Direct
Tuning (page 70).
In case of poor FM stereo reception,
switch the FM reception mode (page 70).
4 Press OPTIONS.
5 Press V/v to select “Memory”,
then press
.
6 Press V/v to select a preset
number.
7 Press
.
The station is stored as the selected preset
number.
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8 Repeat steps 3 to 7 to preset
Listening to satellite
radio
another station.
To tune to preset stations
About XM Radio
1 Repeat steps 1 and 2 of “Presetting
XM is America’s number one satellite radio
company. Broadcasting live daily coast to
coast. Channel lineup consists of more than
170 digital channels, including commercial-
free music, as well as sports, news, talk radio,
comedy, children’s and entertainment
programming, plus the most advanced traffic
and weather information. For more
radio stations”.
2 Press V/v to select the preset station
you want.
• AM band AM 1 to AM 30
• FM band FM 1 to FM 30
information or to subscribe, visit xmradio.com
or call XM Listener Care at 1-800-XMRADIO
(1-800-967-2346).
To name preset stations
1 Select a preset station you want to
name.
®
XM Ready Legal
2 Press OPTIONS, then select “Name
Input”.
XM monthly service subscription sold
separately. XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock
required (each sold separately) to receive XM
service. It is prohibited to copy, decompile,
disassemble, reverse engineer, hack,
For details on naming operations, see
“Naming inputs” (page 92).
manipulate or otherwise make available any
technology or software incorporated in
receivers compatible with the XM Satellite
Radio System. Installation costs and other fees
and taxes, including a one-time activation fee
may apply. All fees and programming subject
to change. Channels with frequent explicit
language are indicated with an XL.
Channel blocking is available for XM radio
receivers by calling 1-800-XMRADIO
(1-800-967-2346). Subscriptions subject to
Customer Agreement available at
xmradio.com. XM service only available in
the 48 continuous United States. ©2008 XM
Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.
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®
XM Ready Subscriptions
To Subscribe to SIRIUS Satellite
Radio
Purchase and connect a SiriusConnect Home
Tuner to your Sirius Ready home audio
system.
Once you have installed the XM Mini-Tuner
Dock, inserted the XM Mini-Tuner, connected
the XM Mini-Tuner Home Dock to your XM
®
Ready audio system, and installed the
antenna, you are ready to subscribe and begin
receiving XM programming. There are three
places to find your eight character XM Radio
ID: On the XM Mini-Tuner, on the XM Mini-
Tuner package, and on XM Channel 0. Record
the Radio ID below for reference.
You are then ready to activate and subscribe to
Sirius by either calling 1.888.539.SIRIUS
(7474) or log on to sirius.com. It is that easy.
Connecting the XM Radio or
SIRIUS Satellite Radio
s s s s s s s s
XM jack
SIRIUS jack
Note
The XM Radio ID does not use the letters “I”, “O”,
“S” or “F”.
Activate your XM Radio service online at
http://activate.xmradio.com or call
1-800-XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346). You
will need a major credit card. XM will send a
signal from the satellites to activate the full
channel lineup. Activation normally takes
10 to 15 minutes, but during peak busy periods
you may need to keep your XM Ready audio
system on for up to an hour. When you can
access the full lineup on your XM Ready audio
system you are done.
SIRIUS Satellite Radio: The Best
Radio On Radio
To connect to the XM jack
SIRIUS brings all your favorite entertainment
including 100% commercial-free music, plus
superior sports coverage, uncensored talk and
comedy, world-class entertainment, news,
weather and more for your car, home or office.
Sirius is available in the US for subscribers with
addresses in the continental US. Required
subscription plus compatible SiriusConnect
Home Tuner with antenna are required and sold
separately. SIRIUS Programming is subject to
change. Visit sirius.com for the most complete
and up-to-date channel lineup and product
information. “SIRIUS” and the SIRIUS dog
logo and related marks are trademarks of
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.
Before operating the system, connect the XM
Mini-Tuner and Home Dock to the XM jack.
Note
To ensure optimal reception of XM’s satellite signal,
move your antenna to various window locations
around your home to see where the best reception
will be received. Most XM customers place the
antenna in a south-facing window with a clear view
to the sky.
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To connect to the SIRIUS jack
Connect the SiriusConnect Home tuner. When
you use the SiriusConnect Home tuner with
this receiver, be sure to connect the AC power
adaptor supplied with the tuner to a wall outlet.
Keep the SiriusConnect Home tuner, antenna,
and AC power adaptor away from the speaker
cords and the power cord to avoid picking up
noise.
3 Press OPTIONS, then press V/v
repeatedly to select “Antenna
Aiming”, then press
.
XM
Aiming the XM Antenna or
SIRIUS antenna
SIRIUS
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
1
2-3
3
HOME
MENU
4 While checking the parameter
on the TV screen, aim your
antenna to where the best
reception will be received.
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
XM
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“XM” or “SIRIUS”, then press
or b.
SIRIUS
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3 Press OPTIONS, then press V/v
Checking the XM Radio ID or
SIRIUS ID number
repeatedly to select “Radio ID”
or “Sirius ID”, then press
.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
XM
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
1
2-3
3
HOME
MENU
SIRIUS
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“XM” or “SIRIUS”, then press
or b.
4 Check the XM Radio ID or
SIRIUS ID on the TV screen and
write it in the space provided
here.
XM
XM Radio ID:_____________________
SIRIUS ID:_______________________
You can also check the XM Radio ID and
SIRIUS ID using the display on the
receiver.
SIRIUS
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3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the category, then press
Selecting a channel by Category
Mode
.
• ALL: You can select a channel from all
the categories.
• (category name): You can select a
channel from one category.
You can select a channel from one category or
all the categories.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
XM
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
1
2-4
OPTIONS
HOME
MENU
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
SIRIUS
select “GUI ON”.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“XM” or “SIRIUS”, then press
or b.
When the “Preset Mode” screen is
displayed, press OPTIONS, then press V/
v repeatedly to select “Category Mode”.
4 Press V/v to select the channel,
then press
.
The selected channel is being received.
The channel information is displayed on
the TV screen.
Note
When you select a channel in “Category Mode”, the
channel you selected may not be the one in the
category you want. This is because one channel may
belong to more than one category.
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Selecting a channel by inputting
the channel number directly
Presetting the channels
You can select the channels you want directly
by presetting them using the preset numbers.
You can preset up to 30 XM Radio channels
and 30 SIRIUS Satellite Radio channels.
THEATER
SHIFT
TV
AMP
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
5
1
2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
VIDEO1
VIDEO2
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
GUI
5
MD/
SA
-
CD/
MODE
TAPE
CD
1
4
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
MULTI
IN
2,
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
5,6
XM
SIRIUS
HOME
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
MENU
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
1
3
select “GUI ON”.
2,
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
4,6
HOME
MENU
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“XM” or “SIRIUS”, then press
or b.
select “GUI ON”.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
3 Select a channel you want to
preset using Category Tuning
(page 76) or Direct Tuning
(page 77).
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“XM” or “SIRIUS”, then press
or b.
4 Press OPTIONS.
5 Press V/v to select “Memory”,
3 Press OPTIONS.
then press
.
4 Press V/v to select “Direct
Tuning”, then press
.
5 Press SHIFT, then press the
numeric buttons to enter the
channel number.
6 Press
.
The selected channel is tune in.
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6 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the preset channel you want to
use as the preset channel, then
Restricting access to specific
channels (Parental Lock)
(SIRIUS only)
press
.
You can restrict access to certain channels
to “0000” as the default.
Change the lock code before you use this
function for the first time (see “To change the
lock code”).
Preset channels from 1 to 30 are available,
and a default channel is preset for all the
preset channels when you purchase the
receiver.
The selected channel is registered as the
preset channel you selected in step 3.
7 Repeat steps 3 to 6 to preset
THEATER
another channel.
SHIFT
TV
AMP
6
1
2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
To select the preset channels
VIDEO1
VIDEO2
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
6
1 Repeat steps 1 and 2 of “Presetting the
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
channels”.
MULTI
IN
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
2 Press V/v to select the preset number
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
from the preset list, then press
.
XM
SIRIUS
You can select stored preset channels from
1 to 30.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
Notes
GUI
MODE
• The channel information you have preset may be
changed if XM Satellite Radio Inc. or SIRIUS
Satellite Radio Inc. change their channel
programming.
• When the “Category Mode” screen is displayed,
press OPTIONS, then press V/v to select “Preset
Mode”.
1
4
2,
4,5
RETURN/
EXIT O
HOME
MENU
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“SIRIUS”, then press
or b.
3 Select a channel you want to
lock using Category Tuning
(page 76) or Direct Tuning
(page 77).
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To change the lock code
4 Press OPTIONS, then press V/v
to select “Parental Lock”, then
1 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“SIRIUS”, then press
or b.
press
or b.
2 Press OPTIONS, then press V/v to
select “Lock Code”, then press
.
“Enter your 4-digit lock code.” appears.
3 Press SHIFT, then press the numeric
buttons to enter your 4-digit lock code.
“Enter a new lock code.” appears.
4 Enter a new 4-digit lock code using the
numeric buttons.
“To confirm, enter your new lock code
again.” appears.
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“ON”, then press
.
“Enter your 4-digit lock code.” appears.
numeric buttons.
“The lock code has been changed.”
appears.
To listen to the locked channels
1 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“SIRIUS”, then press
or b.
2 Select a locked channel you want to
listen to using “Direct Tuning”
(page 77).
6 Press SHIFT, then press the
numeric buttons to enter your
4-digit lock code.
“The channel is locked. Enter your 4-digit
lock code.” appears.
3 Press SHIFT, then press the numeric
buttons to enter your 4-digit lock code.
The channel is tuned in.
“The channel has been locked.” appears
and the Parental Lock is set.
To delete the numbers you have entered,
go back to step 4 by pressing RETURN/
EXIT O, and then repeat the procedure
above from step 4.
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To cancel the Parental Lock
1 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“SIRIUS”, then press
or b.
2 Tune in the channel you want to unlock
using “Direct Tuning” (page 77).
3 Press OPTIONS, then press V/v to
select “Parental Lock”, then press
or b.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “OFF”,
then press
.
“Enter your 4-digit lock code.” appears.
5 Press SHIFT, then press the numeric
buttons to enter your 4-digit lock code.
“The channel has been unlocked.” appears
and the channel is unlocked.
Notes
• When you select a channel using Category Tuning,
locked channels are skipped.
• When the receiver is reset to the factory settings,
the lock code returns to the default (0000), but the
Parental Lock settings are not removed.
• You cannot preset locked channels. If you set the
Parental Lock for a preset channel, the preset
information for that channel returns to the default.
• You cannot set the Parental Lock for channel 0 or
channel 184.
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XM Radio message list
Message
Explanation
Remedies
appears in GUI
menu [Display
window]
[ANTENNA] XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock or the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock securely and
XM antenna cable is damaged.
check the antenna cable for damage. Replace the
XM antenna if the cable is damaged.
CH Unauthorized You selected an XM channel that is
Consult the latest channel guide at
[UNAUTH]
No Signal
blocked or cannot be received with your www.xmradio.com for the current list of channels.
XM subscription package.
For information on receiving this channel, visit
www.xmradio.com or contact XM Satellite Radio
at 1-800-967-2346.
The XM Mini-Tuner is not receiving the Check the antenna for obstructions and reposition
[NO SIGNAL] XM satellite signal. The XM antenna’s the XM antenna to get a better signal reception.
view of the satellites may be blocked or To optimize the antenna position, see “Aiming the
the antenna is not properly aimed.
XM Antenna or SIRIUS antenna” (page 74).
Refer to the instructions supplied with the XM
Mini-Tuner and Home Dock for antenna
installation information.
Loading
[LOADING]
The XM Mini-Tuner is acquiring audio This message should disappear in a few seconds
or program information from the XM when the signal is strong. If you often see this
satellite signal. This message can also message, reposition the XM antenna for better
appear if the signal is too weak.
signal reception.
To optimize the antenna position, see “Aiming the
XM Antenna or SIRIUS antenna” (page 74).
Off Air
[OFF AIR]
You selected an XM channel that is not Check this XM channel later. In the meantime,
currently broadcasting. select another channel.
[– – – – – – ]
No artist name or song title is available —
for this selection.
CH Unavailable The selected channel is not available. Consult the latest channel guide at
[CH UNAVL] The channel may have been reassigned www.xmradio.com for the current list of channels.
to a different channel number. This For a new radio or a radio that has not received
message may occur initially with a new XM’s signal for an extended period, allow the
radio or a radio that has not received
XM’s signal for an extended period.
radio to receive the XM satellite signal for at least
5 minutes and then select the channel again.
Check XM Tuner The XM Mini-Tuner is not installed or Confirm the XM Mini-Tuner is fully seated in the
[XM TUNER] not fully seated in the XM Mini-Tuner dock and check the XM Mini-Tuner and Home
Home Dock or the XM Mini-Tuner
Home Dock is not connected to the
receiver.
Dock cable is connected to the receiver.
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SIRIUS Satellite Radio message list
Message
Explanation
Remedies
appears in GUI
menu [Display
window]
Antenna Error
[ANTENNA]
The antenna is not connected properly. Check the connection between the SiriusConnect
Home tuner and the antenna.
Acquiring Signal The receiving condition is not good.
[ACQUIRING]
Try moving the antenna to another location. For
details about the antenna location, see the
instructions supplied with the SiriusConnect
Home tuner.
CALL 888-539- You have not subscribed for the selected —
SIRI [CALL 888, channel.
539-SIRI]
Check Sirius
Tuner
[SR TUNER]
The SiriusConnect Home tuner is not Check all the connections, and then turn the
connected properly.
system on again. Also make sure if the AC adaptor
supplied with the SiriusConnect Home tuner is
connected to a wall socket.
Invalid Channel You have entered an invalid channel
The channel to be tuned-in is void due to the
change by the broadcast service, or the receiving
condition is not good.
[INVALID]
number.
Locked
Channel
[LOCKED CH]
The selected channel is locked.
—
—
—
Subscription
Updated
[SUB UPDT]
The subscription information has been
updated.
Updating
Channels
xx%
Channel information is being updated.
Completed
(xx are for
integers)
[UPDATING]
Firmware
Updating
The SiriusConnect Home tuner
firmware is being updated.
—
[FW UPDT]
[–––––]
There is no text information in the
channel.
This is not an error. The text information may not
be displayed depending on the system condition,
for example, right after the system has received a
channel.
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The Control for HDMI function
does not work in the following
cases:
Control for HDMI
• When you connect the receiver to a
component which does not correspond with
Sony Control for HDMI function.
• When you connect the receiver and
components using other than HDMI
connection.
Using the Control for
HDMI function for
“BRAVIA” Sync
To use “BRAVIA” Sync, set the Control for
HDMI function as explained below.
By connecting Sony components that are
compatible with the Control for HDMI
function with an HDMI cable (not supplied),
operation is simplified as follows:
• One-Touch Play: When you play back a
component such as a DVD/Blu-ray disc
player, the receiver and the TV are turned on
automatically and switched to the
We recommend that you connect the receiver
to products featuring “BRAVIA” Sync.
Note
Depending on the connected component, the
Control for HDMI function may not work. Refer to
the operating instructions of the component.
appropriate HDMI input.
• System Audio Control: While watching TV,
you can select to output the sound from the
TV speaker or the speakers connected to the
receiver.
• System Power Off: When you turn off the
TV, the receiver and connected components
are also turned off simultaneously.
Control for HDMI is a mutual control function
standard used by HDMI CEC (Consumer
Electronics Control) for HDMI (High-
Definition Multimedia Interface).
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To enjoy TV multi channel
surround sound broadcasting
You can listen to TV multi channel surround
sound broadcasting from the speakers
connected to the receiver.
Connecting a TV and other
components
Before connecting the cords, be sure to
disconnect the AC power cord.
Connect the OPTICAL output jack of the TV
to the OPTICAL IN jack of the receiver.
Satellite tuner, Set-top box
Blu-ray disc player
DVD player
Audio/video
signals
Audio/video
signals
Audio/video
signals
A
A
A
B
C
A
Audio/video
signals
Audio signals
TV, etc.
AHDMI cable (not supplied)
We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.
BOptical digital cord (not supplied)a)
CAudio cord (not supplied)a)
a)Connect at least one of the audio cords (B or C).
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5 Set the Control for HDMI function for the
connected component to on.
Preparing Control for
HDMI function
This receiver supports the Control for HDMI-
Easy Setting function.
This function is only available for certain
types of TV. When you perform the Control
for HDMI-Easy Setting on the TV, the Control
for HDMI setting on this receiver will
automatically change accordingly.
During the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting
operation, “SCANNING” flashes in the
display window. This receiver will
automatically change the input to HDMI input.
When the setting is completed,
“COMPLETE” appears on the display
window.
For details, refer to the operating instructions
of the TV.
If your TV does not support the Control for
HDMI-Easy Setting function, do the following
procedures. For details on setting the TV and
the connected components, refer to the
operating instructions of the respective
components.
If the Control for HDMI function for the
connected component is already set to on,
you do not need to change the setting.
6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for other components
that you want to use the Control for HDMI
function.
Notes
• If you unplug and reconnect the HDMI cable, be
sure to repeat steps 1 to 6 above.
• You cannot perform One-Touch Play and System
Audio Control during the Control for HDMI-Easy
Setting operation.
• Before you do the Control for HDMI-Easy Setting
from the TV, be sure to turn on the TV, connected
components and receiver.
• If the playback components cannot function after
you have made the settings for Control for HDMI-
Easy Setting, check the Control for HDMI setting
on your TV.
• If the connected components do not support the
Control for HDMI-Easy Setting, you need to set
the Control for HDMI function for the connected
components to on before you perform the Control
1 Make sure that the receiver is connected to
the TV and components (compatible with
Control for HDMI function) via HDMI
connection.
2 Turn on the receiver, TV and connected
components.
3 Set the respective Control for HDMI
function for the receiver and TV to on.
See “To set Control for HDMI” (page 86).
When the receiver menu is displayed on the
TV screen in the screen mode, press GUI
MODE repeatedly to select “GUI OFF” to
enter the display mode, then check the TV
display image of the component connected
to the receiver.
For details on setting the TV, refer to the
operating instructions of the TV.
4 Select the HDMI input of the receiver and
TV to match the HDMI input of the
connected component, so that the image
from the connected component is displayed.
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To set Control for HDMI
Watching a DVD
(One-Touch Play)
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
SLEEP
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
You can enjoy sound and image from the
components connected to the receiver via
HDMI connections by a simple operation.
GUI
MODE
1
2-5
Play back a connected component.
The receiver and the TV are turned on
automatically and switched to the appropriate
HDMI input.
HOME
MENU
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
Watching a DVD by simple
operation
You can also select a connected component,
such as a DVD/Blu-ray disc player using the
TV menu. In this case, the receiver and the TV
switch to the appropriate HDMI input.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
Note
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
Depending on the TV, the start of the content may
not be output.
“Settings”, then press
or b.
The Settings menu list appears on the TV
screen.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“HDMI”, then press
or b.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Control for HDMI”, then press
.
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“ON”, then press
.
Control for HDMI function is activated.
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Notes
• If System Audio Control does not function
according to your TV setting, refer to the operating
instructions of the TV.
• When “Control for HDMI” is set to “ON”, the
“Audio Out” settings in the HDMI settings menu
will be set automatically depending on the System
Audio Control settings.
• When you connect a TV that does not have System
Audio Control function, the System Audio Control
function does not work.
• If the TV is turned on before turning on the
receiver, the TV sound will not be output for a
moment.
Enjoying the TV sound
from the speakers
connected to the receiver
(System Audio Control)
You can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers
connected to the receiver by a simple
operation.
You can operate System Audio Control
function using the TV menu. For details, refer
to the operating instructions of the TV.
When System Audio Control function is
turned on, the receiver will turns on and
switches to the appropriate input
automatically.
TV sound is output from the speakers
connected to the receiver, and the volume of
the TV is minimized simultaneously.
You can also use the System Audio Control
function as follows.
• If you turn on the receiver while the TV is
turned on, the System Audio Control
function will automatically be set to on and
the TV sound will output from the speakers
connected to the receiver. However, if you
turn off the receiver, the sound will output
from the TV speakers.
• You can adjust the receiver’s volume when
you adjust the TV volume.
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Turning off the receiver
with the TV
Other Operations
Converting analog video
input signals
This receiver allows you to convert the
resolution of analog video input signals.
(System Power Off)
When you turn the TV off by using the
POWER button on the TV’s remote, the
receiver and the connected components turn
off automatically.
You can also use the receiver’s remote to turn
off the TV.
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INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
RESOLUTION
GUI
MODE
THEATER
AV ?/1
SHIFT
TV
AMP
TV
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
HOME
Press TV, then press AV ?/1.
The TV, receiver and the components
connected via HDMI are turned off.
Press RESOLUTION repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, the resolution
of the output signals will be changed.
You can also use “Resolution” in the Video
settings menu.
Notes
• Set the TV Standby Synchro to “ON” before using
the System Power Off function. For details, refer to
the operating instructions of the TV.
• Depending on the status, the connected
components may not be turned off. For details,
refer to the operating instructions of the connected
components.
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Selecting an operation screen
to operate the component
connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter
Enjoying the sound/
images from the
components connected to
the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT)
allows you to enjoy sound from a network
system such as a portable audio/video source
or computer.
GUI menu, depending on the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter you want to use. For
some adapter, such as TDM-BT1 or TDM-
NW1, the operation screen is fixed and you
cannot change it on the GUI screen.
By connecting a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter, you can enjoy sound and image from
the connected component on the receiver.
For details on connecting the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter, see “Connecting
components with digital audio input/output
jacks” (page 19).
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SLEEP
GUI
MODE
1
4
2,
3,5
HOME
Sony offers the following DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapters:
MENU
• TDM-BT1 Bluetooth™ Wireless Audio
Adapter
• TDM-NW1/NW10 DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT Adapter
• TDM-NC1 Wireless Network Audio Client
• TDM-iP1/iP10/iP50 DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT Adapter
• TDM-MP10 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
Adapter
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Music”, then press
or b.
The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter is an
optional product.
“DMPORT” appears beside “Music”.
Notes
• Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter.
• Before disconnecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter, make sure to turn the receiver off using the
remote.
• Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter to/from the receiver while
the system is turned on.
• Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter, the images are also output.
• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are
available for purchase depending on the area.
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3 Press
or b.
Operating the component
PORT adapter
The component connected to the
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter is
recognized and “DMPORT” on the TV
screen will change to the component’s
name.
To operate the TDM-iP1/TDM-
iP50/TDM-NC1 using the GUI
menu of the receiver
The category of the component connected
to DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter
appears on the TV screen.
1 Make sure that “System GUI” is
selected in step 5 in “Selecting
an operation screen to operate
the component connected to
the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter” (page 89).
Note
An icon which shows the component
recognized is displayed on the TV screen. If
the component connected to the adapter cannot
be recognized, “DMPORT” is displayed on the
TV screen.
4 Press OPTIONS to display
2 Select the content from the
contents list displayed on the
GUI screen and play it back.
“Function List”.
5 Press V/v to select “DMPORT
Control”, then press
or b.
In case of iPod
You can select the following modes in this
menu:
• System GUI
Music
Playlists > Playlist > Track
Artists > Artist > Album > Track
Albums > Album > Track
This mode is for the TDM-iP1 and
TDM-NC1. The list of tracks will be
displayed on the GUI screen of the
receiver. You can select a track you want
and play it back on each GUI screen.
• Adapter GUI
This mode is for the TDM-iP1 and
TDM-NC1. The menu of the adapter
will be displayed on the TV screen.
• iPod
Songs > Track
Genres > Genre > Artist > Album > Track
Composers > Composer > Album > Track
Audiobooks > Track
Video
Movies > Content
TV Shows > Episode > Content
Music Videos > Artist > Content
Video Playlists > Video Playlist > Content
Video Podcast > Episode > Content
This mode can be selected only when
the TDM-iP1 is connected.
In case of Network Client
If “DMPORT Control” is not displayed,
refer to the operating instructions
supplied with component for details on
operating that component.
a)
c)
Music
Surfin > Album > Track
a)
Playlist > Playlist > Track
a)
Web Radio > Station > Program
b)
Music Library > Album > Track
a)Displayed only when M-crew Server is connected.
b)Displayed only when a DLNA server other than
M-crew Server is connected.
c)Displayed as “Genre”, “Artist” or “Album”,
depending on the “List Mode” setting.
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You can also operate the components
connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter using the following play mode buttons
on the remote of the receiver.
Press DMPORT on the remote to enable
To operate the TDM-iP1/iP50 or
TDM-NC1 using the adapter
menu
Make sure that “Adapter GUI” is selected in
step 5 in “Selecting an operation screen to
operate the component connected to the
For details on operating the adapter using the
adapter GUI menu, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the adapter you are
using.
Do the following
Play
Pause
Press N.
Press X. To resume play,
press the button again.
Stop
Press x.*
Find the beginning of a Press ..
track during playback, or
find the beginning of the
previous track
To operate the TDM-iP1/iP50
using the iPod menu
Make sure that “iPod” is selected in step 5 in
“Selecting an operation screen to operate the
component connected to the DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter” (page 89).
Find the beginning of the Press >.
next track
Skip to the previous
album
Press
.
B•
For details on operating the iPod, refer to the
operating instruction supplied with the iPod.
Skip to the next album Press b.
•
Go backward/forward
Press m/M.**
Playing back the track selected
*
When a TDM-iP1 is connected, the receiver
enters pause mode when x is pressed.
** Fast-backward/forward while pressing and
holding the m/M button.
During playback of the selected track, the
displayed screen changes depending on the
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter connected.
TDM-iP1
Option parameters in the play
modes
x Repeat Mode (TDM-iP1/iP50
only)
Plays one or all the track repeatedly.
• Off
Deactivates the repeat play mode.
• One
Plays one track repeatedly.
• All
TDM-NC1
Plays all the tracks repeatedly.
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x Shuffle (TDM-iP1 only)
Plays all the tracks in random order.
• Off
Deactivates the shuffle play mode.
• Albums
Plays all the tracks on an album in random
order.
• Songs
Naming inputs
You can enter a name of up to 8 characters for
inputs and display it.
This is convenient for labeling the jacks with
the names of the connected components.
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Plays all the tracks in “Songs” in random
order.
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NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
x List Mode (TDM-NC1 only)
Selects a range of tracks to be played back.
• Genre
Plays back tracks in the selected genre.
• Artist
3-4
2
HOME
Plays back tracks of the selected artist.
• Album
1 Choose the item you want to
Plays back tracks in the selected album.
name.
You can name the following items.
• Auto Calibration position (page 47)
• Inputs (page 47)
Tip
The List Mode can be used with the Function List
menu even when the list is displayed.
• Preset stations (page 71)
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT message
list
2 Press OPTIONS.
3 Select “Name Input”, then
Message appears Explanation
press
.
No Adapter
No Device
The adapter is not connected.
The soft keyboard appears on the screen.
There is no device connected
to the adapter.
No Audio
Loading
No audio file was found.
The data is being read.
There is no server connected.
No track was found.
No Server*
No Track*
No Item*
No item was found.
Connecting*
Configuring*
Warning*
Connecting to the server.
The network is setting up.
4 Press V/v/B/b to select a
character, then press
.
Check the adapter display of
the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter.
5 Select [Finish] to enter the
name.
Party Mode*
Searching*
The unit is currently in party
mode “Guest”.
The name you entered is registered.
Searching the server.
To cancel naming input
Select [Cancel].
*
TDM-NC1 only.
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Audio input modes
• AUTO
Switching between
digital and analog audio
(INPUT MODE)
Gives priority to digital audio signals when
there are both digital and analog
connections. If there are more than one
digital connection, HDMI audio signals have
priority over COAXIAL and OPTICAL
audio signals.
If there are no digital audio signals, analog
audio signals are selected.
• ANALOG
When you connect components to both digital
and analog audio input jacks on the receiver,
you can fix the audio input mode to either of
them, or switch from one to the other,
depending on the type of material you intend
to watch.
Specifies the analog audio signals input to
the AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks.
Notes
THEATER
• Some audio input modes may not be set up
depending on the input.
SHIFT
TV
AMP
• When HDMI input, XM, SIRIUS or DMPORT input
is selected, “------” appears on the display window,
and you cannot select other audio input modes.
Select an input other than the HDMI input, XM,
SIRIUS and DMPORT input, then set the audio input
mode.
1
2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
VIDEO1
VIDEO2
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
1
MULTI
IN
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
• When “2ch Analog Direct” is being used, or the
multi channel input is selected, audio input mode is
set to “ANALOG”. You cannot select other audio
input modes.
XM
SIRIUS
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
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INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
2
HOME
1 Press the input button.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
2 Press INPUT MODE repeatedly
to select the audio input mode.
The selected audio input mode appears on
the TV screen.
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2 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“Input”, then press or b.
Enjoying the sound/
images from other inputs
You can reassign video and/or audio signals to
another input.
Example: Connect the OPTICAL OUT jack of
the DVD player to the OPTICAL VIDEO 1 IN
jack of this receiver when you want to input
only the digital optical audio signals from the
DVD player.
Connect the component video jack of the DVD
player to the COMPONENT VIDEO COMPO
1 IN jack of this receiver when you want to
input the video signals from the DVD player.
Assign video and/or audio signals to the DVD
input jack using “Input Assign” in the Input
menu.
3 Press V/v to select the input
name you want to assign.
4 Press OPTIONS, then select
“Input Assign”.
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INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
1
4
2,
3,5
6
HOME
5 Select the audio and/or video
signals you want to assign to
the input which you selected in
step 3 using V/v/B/b, then
MENU
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI ON”.
press
.
“GUI MODE” appears in the display
window of the receiver and the GUI menu
appears on the TV screen. Press MENU if
the GUI menu does not appear on the TV
screen.
6 Press RETURN/EXIT O to
enter the setting.
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Input name
VIDEO1
VIDEO2
BD
–
DVD
–
SAT
–
MD/TAPE SA-CD/ MULTI IN
CD
Assignable video Video1:
input jacks
a
–
–
a
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Composite
Video2:
Composite
–
–
–
BD:
Composite
–
a
–
–
–
DVD:
Composite
–
–
a
–
–
SAT:
–
–
–
a
Composite
HDMI1
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
–
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
–
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
–
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
–
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
Component1
Component2
Component3
None
Assignable audio Video1: OPT
input jacks
Video2: OPT
a
–
–
–
MD/TAPE:
OPT
–
a
–
BD: COAX
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
–
–
a
–
a
a
a
a
a
a
–
–
–
–
–
DVD: COAX
SA-CD/CD:
COAX
–
a
Analog
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
–
Notes
• You cannot assign optical signals from an input source to the optical input jacks on the receiver, and you
cannot assign coaxial signals from the input source to the coaxial input jacks on the receiver.
• When you assign the digital audio input, the INPUT MODE setting may change automatically.
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FM and AM band
Station name* t Frequency t Sound field
type t Volume level
Changing the display
window
You can check the sound field, etc., by
changing the information on the display
window.
XM Radio and SIRIUS Satellite
Radio
Channel name t Channel number t
Category name t Artist name/Feature t
Song/program title t Composer name
(SIRIUS only) t Signal strength t Sound
field type t Volume level
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MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
DISPLAY
GUI
MODE
* Index name appears only when you have assigned
one to the input or preset station. Index name does
not appear when only blank spaces have been
entered.
HOME
Note
Character or marks may not be displayed for some
languages.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
will change as follows.
Input name you selected* t Original input
name t Sound field type t Volume level t
Stream information
Tip
You cannot switch the display while “GUI MODE”
is shown on the display window. Press GUI MODE
repeatedly to select “GUI OFF”.
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About the indicators on the display window
+
+
-
-
COAX OPT
MULTI IN
HDMI
D
EX TrueHD Neural THX DTS ES 96
/
24 D.RANGE CAT
SPA
B
SLEEP
SW
L
LFE
DTS
-
HDMSTR HI RES
NEO:6
PL ll
AMP
X
MEM MONO
ST
A.DIRECT
C
R
DMPORT ANALOG LPCM
EQ Bl
-
XM SIRIUS
SL
S
SR
SB L SB SB R
Name
Function
Name
Function
A SW
Lights up when subwoofer
is connected and the audio
signal is output from the
SUBWOOFER jack. While
this indicator lights up, the
receiver creates a
subwoofer signal based on
the LFE signal in the disc
being played back or the
low frequency components
of the front channels.
E ; D/
“; D” lights up when the
receiver is decoding Dolby
Digital signals.
; D EX/
; D+/
; TrueHD “; D EX” lights up when
the receiver is decoding
Dolby Digital Surround EX
signals.
“;D+” lights up when the
receiver is decoding Dolby
Digital Plus signals.
“; TrueHD” lights up
when the receiver is
decoding Dolby TrueHD
signals.
Note
When playing a Dolby Digital
format disc, be sure that you
have made digital connections
and that INPUT MODE is set
to “AUTO” (page 93).
B LFE
Lights up when the disc
being played back contains
an LFE (Low Frequency
Effects) channel and the
LFE channel signal is
actually being reproduced.
C COAX
Lights up when INPUT
MODE is set to “AUTO”
and the source signal is a
digital signal being input
through the COAXIAL
jack.
F Neural-THX Lights up when the receiver
applies Neural-THX
processing to input signals.
D OPT
Lights up when INPUT
MODE is set to “AUTO”
and the source signal is a
digital signal being input
through the OPTICAL jack.
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Name
Function
Name
Function
G DTS/
“DTS” lights up when the
receiver is decoding DTS
P XM
Lights up when XM Mini-
Tuner and Home Dock are
connected and “XM
DTS-ES/
DTS 96/24 signals.
“DTS-ES” lights up when
RADIO” is selected.
the receiver is decoding
DTS-ES signals.
“DTS 96/24” lights up
when the receiver is
decoding DTS 96 kHz/24
bit signals.
Q ; PL/
; PL II/
; PL IIx
“; PL” lights up when the
receiver applies Dolby Pro
Logic processing to 2
channel signals in order to
output the center and
surround channel signals.
“; PL II” lights up when
the Dolby Pro Logic II
decoder is activated.
“; PL IIx” lights up when
the Dolby Pro Logic IIx
decoder is activated.
However, these indicators
do not light up if there are
no center and surround
speakers and you select a
sound field using the A.F.D.
button.
Note
When playing a DTS format
disc, be sure that you have
made digital connections and
that INPUT MODE is set to
“AUTO” (page 93).
H D.RANGE Lights up when dynamic
range compression is
activated.
I CAT
Lights up when category
mode is selected during
satellite radio operation.
J SP A/SP B/ Lights up according to the
R BI-AMP
Lights up when “Sur Back
Assign” is set to “BI-
AMP”.
SP A+B
speaker system used
(page 40). However, these
indicators do not light up if
the speaker output is turned
off or if headphones are
connected.
S EQ
Lights up when the
equalizer is activated.
T NEO:6
Lights up when DTS Neo:6
Cinema/Music decoding is
activated.
K SLEEP
Lights up when the sleep
timer is activated.
L A.DIRECT Lights up when the receiver
is processing Analog Direct
signals.
U DTS-HD
“DTS-HD MSTR” lights up
when the receiver is
MSTR/
DTS-HD HI decoding DTS-HD Master
RES/
Audio signals.
M Tuner
indicators
Lights up when using the
receiver to tune in radio
stations, etc.
“DTS-HD HI RES” lights
up when the receiver is
decoding DTS-HD High
Resolution signals.
N SIRIUS
Lights up when
SiriusConnect Home tuner
is connected and “SIRIUS”
is selected.
V LPCM
Lights up when Linear
PCM signals are detected.
O MEM
Lights up when a memory
function, such as Name
Input etc., is activated.
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Name
W ANALOG Lights up when
– INPUT MODE is set to
Function
Name
Function
wj Playback
channel
The letters (L, C, R, etc.)
indicate the channels being
played back. The boxes
around the letters vary to
show how the receiver
downmixes the source
sound (based on the speaker
settings).
“AUTO” and no digital
signal is being input
through the COAXIAL,
OPTICAL or HDMI
jacks.
indicators
– INPUT MODE is set to
“ANALOG”.
L
Front Left
– the “2ch Analog Direct”
is being used.
R
C
SL
SR
S
Front Right
Center (monaural)
Surround Left
X DMPORT
Lights up when DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT adapter is
connected and “DMPORT”
is selected.
Surround Right
Surround (monaural or the
surround components
obtained by Pro Logic
processing)
Surround Back Left
Surround Back Right
Surround Back (the
surround back components
obtained by 6.1 channel
decoding)
Y MULTI IN Lights up when multi
channel input is selected.
SBL
SBR
SB
Z HDMI
Lights up when the receiver
recognizes a component
connected via an HDMI IN
jack.
Example:
Recording format (Front/
Surround): 3/2.1
Output channel: When
“Speaker Pattern” is set to
“3/0.1” (page 65).
Sound Field: A.F.D. AUTO
SL
SR
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Using the sleep timer
You can set the receiver to turn off
automatically at a specified time.
Recording using the
receiver
You can record from a video/audio component
using the receiver. Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with your recording
component.
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INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
SLEEP
Press SLEEP repeatedly.
Each time you press SLEEP, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
THEATER
SHIFT
TV
AMP
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
WIDE
4
SAT
5
TV
6
TAPE
MD/
SA-CD/
CD
When sleep timer is being used, “SLEEP”
lights up in the display window.
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
8
9
1
MULTI
IN
TUNER
PHONO
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
Tip
To check the remaining time before the receiver
turns off, press SLEEP. The remaining time appears
on the display window. If you press SLEEP again,
the sleep timer will be cancelled.
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SIRIUS
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Recording onto a MiniDisc or
audio tape
You can record onto a MiniDisc or audio tape
using the receiver. Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with your MD deck or
tape deck.
1 Press the input button of the
playback component.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
2 Prepare the playback
component for playing.
For example, insert a CD into the CD
player.
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3 Prepare the recording
Recording onto a recording
media
component.
Insert a blank MD or tape into the
recording deck and adjust the recording
level.
1 Press the input button of the
playback component.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
4 Start recording on the
recording deck, then start
playback on the playback
component.
2 Prepare the component for
playing.
For example, insert the video tape you
want to copy into the VCR.
Notes
• Sound adjustments do not affect the signal output
from the MD/TAPE OUT jacks.
• The audio input signals from the MULTI
CHANNEL INPUT jacks are not output.
3 Prepare the recording
component.
Insert a blank video tape, etc., into the
recording component (VIDEO 1) for
recording.
To record digital sound
Connect a component for playback to the
digital audio input (OPTICAL IN) jack, and
connect the recording component to the
OPTICAL MD/TAPE OUT jack.
4 Start recording on the
recording component, then
start playback on the playback
component.
Notes
• Some sources contain copy guards to prevent
recording. In this case, you may not be able to
record from the sources.
• The audio input signals from the MULTI
CHANNEL INPUT jacks are not output.
• Only analog input signals are output from the
analog output jack (for recording).
• Only digital input signals are output from the
digital output jack (for recording).
• HDMI sound cannot be recorded.
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To set up the speakers
Set “Sur Back Assign” to “BI-AMP” in the
Speaker settings menu. The same signals
output from the FRONT SPEAKERS A
terminals can be output from the SURROUND
BACK SPEAKERS terminals by setting “Sur
Back Assign” to “BI-AMP”.
Using a bi-amplifier
connection
If you are not using the surround back
speakers, you can use the SURROUND BACK
SPEAKERS terminals for the front speakers in
a bi-amplifier connection.
Notes
• You cannot use the FRONT SPEAKERS B
terminals for a bi-amplifier connection.
• Set “Sur Back Assign” to “BI-AMP” before you
perform Auto Calibration.
• If you set “Sur Back Assign” to “BI-AMP”, the
speaker level, balance, and equalizer settings of the
surround back speakers become invalid, and those
of the front speakers are used.
To connect the speakers
Frontspeaker
(R)
Frontspeaker
(L)
• If you set “Speaker Pattern” to a setting with
surround back speakers, you cannot set “Sur Back
Assign” to “BI-AMP”.
Hi
Hi
Lo
Lo
Connect the jacks on the Lo (or Hi) side of the
front speakers to the FRONT SPEAKERS A
terminals, and connect the jacks on the Hi (or
Lo) side of the front speakers to the
SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS terminals.
Make sure that the metal fittings of Hi/Lo
attached to the speakers have been removed
from the speakers. Otherwise, it may cause the
receiver to malfunction.
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4 Press
or b to enter the
Operating without
menu.
connecting to the TV
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the parameter you want to
adjust.
You can operate this receiver using the display
window if you do not use a GUI when a TV is
not connected.
6 Press
or b to enter the
Press GUI MODE repeatedly to
select “GUI OFF”.
When “GUI MODE” is displayed in the
display window, the menu is set to display on
the TV screen using a GUI.
parameter.
7 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the setting you want.
8 Press
to enter the setting.
Navigating through menus on
the display window
To return to the previous
display
Press B.
THEATER
To exit the menu
SHIFT
TV
AMP
Press MENU.
1
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
Note
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
Some parameters and settings may appear dimmed
on the display window. This means that they are
either unavailable or fixed and unchangeable.
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
MULTI
IN
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
XM
SIRIUS
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
3-8
2
HOME
1 Press AMP.
2 Press MENU.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
the menu you want.
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Overview of the menus
The following options are available in each
menu. For details on navigating through
menus, see page 103.
Menu [Display Parameters
Settings
Initial
setting
window]
[Display window]
AUTO CAL
Auto Calibration start
[<AUTO CAL>] [A.CAL START]
Calibration type
[CAL TYPE]
FULL FLAT, ENGINEER,
FRONT REF, OFF
FULL
FLAT
Position
POS 1, POS 2, POS 3
POS 1
[POSITION]
Naming inputs
[NAME IN]
For details, see “Naming inputs”
(page 92).
LEVEL
Test tone
OFF, AUTO xxxa), FIX xxxa)
OFF
[<LEVEL>]
[TEST TONE]
Phase noise
[P. NOISE]
OFF, FL/FR, FL/CNT, CNT/FR, FR/SL, OFF
FR/SR, SR/SL, SR/SB, SR/SBR,
SB/SL, SBR/SBL, SBL/SL, SL/FL,
FL/SR
Phase audio
[P. AUDIO]
OFF, FL/FR, FL/CNT, CNT/FR, FR/SL, OFF
FR/SR, SR/SL, SR/SB, SR/SBR,
SB/SL, SBR/SBL, SBL/SL, SL/FL,
FL/SR
Front left speaker level
[FL LEVEL]
FL –10.0 dB to FL +10.0 dB
(0.5 dB step)
FL 0 dB
Front right speaker level
[FR LEVEL]
FR –10.0 dB to FR +10.0 dB
(0.5 dB step)
FR 0 dB
CNT 0 dB
SL 0 dB
Center speaker level
[CNT LEVEL]
CNT –20.0 dB to CNT +10.0 dB
(0.5 dB step)
Surround left speaker level
[SL LEVEL]
SL –20.0 dB to SL +10.0 dB
(0.5 dB step)
Surround right speaker level
[SR LEVEL]
Surround back speaker levelb)
[SB LEVEL]
Surround back left speaker levelc) SBL –20.0 dB to SBL +10.0 dB
[SBL LEVEL] (0.5 dB step)
Surround back right speaker levelc) SBR –20.0 dB to SBR +10.0 dB
SR –20.0 dB to SR +10.0 dB
(0.5 dB step)
SR 0 dB
SB 0 dB
SBL 0 dB
SBR 0 dB
SW 0 dB
SB –20.0 dB to SB +10.0 dB
(0.5 dB step)
[SBR LEVEL]
(0.5 dB step)
Subwoofer level
[SW LEVEL]
SW –20.0 dB to SW +10.0 dB
(0.5 dB step)
Dynamic range compressor
[D. RANGE]
COMP. MAX, COMP. STD, COMP.
AUTO, COMP. OFF
COMP.
AUTO
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Menu [Display Parameters
Settings
Initial
setting
window]
[Display window]
SPEAKER
[<SPEAKER>] [SP PATTERN]
Speaker pattern
3/4.1, 3/4, 3/3.1, 3/3, 2/4.1, 2/4, 3/2.1, 3/4.1
3/2, 2/3.1, 2/3, 2/2.1, 2/2, 3/0.1, 3/0,
2/0.1, 2/0
Front speakers
[FRT SP]
LARGE, SMALL
LARGE, SMALL
LARGE, SMALL
ON, OFF
LARGE
Center speaker
[CNT SP]
LARGE
LARGE
OFF
Surround speakers
[SUR SP]
Bi-amplifier speaker selection
[BI-AMP SP]
Front left speaker distance
[FL DIST.]
FL 3’3” to FL 32’9” (FL 1.00 m to
FL 10.00 m) (1 inch (0.01 m) step)
FL 9’10”
(3.00 m)
Front right speaker distance
[FR DIST.]
FR 3’3” to FR 32’9” (FR 1.00 m to
FR 10.00 m) (1 inch (0.01 m) step)
FR 9’10”
(3.00 m)
Center speaker distance
[CNT DIST.]
CNT 3’3” to CNT 32’9” (CNT 1.00 m CNT 9’10”
to CNT 10.00 m) (1 inch (0.01 m) step) (3.00 m)
Surround left speaker distance
[SL DIST.]
SL 3’3” to SL 32’9” (SL 1.00 m to
SL 10.00 m) (1 inch (0.01 m) step)
SL 9’10”
(3.00 m)
Surround right speaker distance
[SR DIST.]
SR 3’3” to SR 32’9” (SR 1.00 m to
SR 10.00 m) (1 inch (0.01 m) step)
SR 9’10”
(3.00 m)
Surround back speaker distance
[SB DIST.]
SB 3’3” to SB 32’9” (SB 1.00 m to
SB 10.00 m) (1 inch (0.01 m) step)
SB 9’10”
(3.00 m)
Surround back left speaker distance SBL 3’3” to SBL 32’9” (SBL 1.00 m to SBL 9’10”
[SBL DIST.]
SBL 10.00 m) (1 inch (0.01 m) step)
(3.00 m)
Surround back right speaker
distance [SBR DIST.]
SBR 3’3” to SBR 32’9” (SBR 1.00 m
to SBR 10.00 m) (1 inch (0.01 m) step) (3.00 m)
SBR 9’10”
Subwoofer distance
[SW DIST.]
SW 3’3” to SW 32’9” (SW 1.00 m to
SW 10.00 m) (1 inch (0.01 m) step)
SW 9’10”
(3.00 m)
Distance unit
[DIST. UNIT]
FEET, METER
FEET
Front speakers crossover
frequencyb)
CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz
CROSS
120 Hz
[FRT CROSS]
Center speaker crossover
frequencyb)
[CNT CROSS]
CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz
CROSS 40 Hz to CROSS 200 Hz
8 ohms, 4 ohms
CROSS
120 Hz
Surround speakers crossover
frequencyb)
[SUR CROSS]
CROSS
120 Hz
Speaker Impedance
[SP IMP.]
8 ohms
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Menu [Display Parameters
Settings
Initial
setting
window]
[Display window]
SURROUND
[<SURROUND>] [S.F. SELECT]
Sound field selection
For details, see “Enjoying Surround
Sound” (page 56).
Enhanced Surround mode
[E.SUR MODE]
PLIIe), PLIIxe), NEO6 CIN,
NEO6 MUS, NEURAL-THX
PLIIx
Effect level
[EFFECT]
EFCT. 150%, EFCT. 100%,
EFCT. 80%, EFCT. 50%
EFCT.
100%
EQ
[<EQ>]
Front speakers bass level
[FRT BASS]
FRT B. –10 dB to FRT B. +10 dB
(1 dB step)
FRT B.
0 dB
Front speakers treble level
[FRT TREBLE]
FRT T. –10 dB to FRT T. +10 dB
(1 dB step)
FRT T.
0 dB
Center speaker bass level
[CNT BASS]
CNT B. –10 dB to CNT B. +10 dB
(1 dB step)
0 dB
Center speaker treble level
[CNT TREBLE]
CNT T. –10 dB to CNT T. +10 dB
(1 dB step)
0 dB
Surround speakers bass level
[SUR BASS]
SUR B. –10 dB to SUR B. +10 dB
(1 dB step)
0 dB
Surround speakers treble level
[SUR TREBLE]
SUR T. –10 dB to SUR T. +10 dB
(1 dB step)
SUR T.
0 dB
TUNER
[<TUNER>]
FM station receiving mode
[FM MODE]
STEREO, MONO
Naming preset stations
[NAME IN]
For details, see “To name preset
stations” (page 72).
XM antenna aiming modec)
[XM ANT AIM]
For details, see “Aiming the XM
Antenna or SIRIUS antenna” (page 74).
XM radio IDc)
[XM ID]
For details, see “Checking the XM Radio
ID or SIRIUS ID number” (page 75).
Parental lockd)
[PARENTAL]
OFF, ON
OFF
Lock code editd)
[CODE EDIT]
For details, see “Restricting access to
specific channels (Parental Lock)
(SIRIUS only)” (page 78).
Sirius antenna aiming moded)
[SR ANT AIM]
For details, see “Aiming the XM
Antenna or SIRIUS antenna” (page 74).
Sirius radio IDd)
[SIRIUS ID]
For details, see “Checking the XM Radio
ID or SIRIUS ID number” (page 75).
AUDIO
[<AUDIO>]
Synchronizes audio with video
output [A/V SYNC]
0 to 300 ms
(10 ms step)
0 ms
Digital broadcast language
selection [DUAL MONO]
MAIN/SUB, MAIN, SUB
MAIN
Digital audio input decoding
priority [DEC. PRIO]
DEC. AUTO, DEC. PCM
DEC.
AUTO
Audio input assignment
[A. ASSIGN]
For details, see “Enjoying the sound/
images from other inputs” (page 94).
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Menu [Display Parameters
Settings
Initial
setting
window]
[Display window]
VIDEO
[<VIDEO>]
Video signals conversion
[RESOLUTION]
720p, 1080i, 1080p
Video input assignment
[V. ASSIGN]
For details, see “Enjoying the sound/
images from other inputs” (page 94).
HDMI
[<HDMI>]
Control for HDMI
[CTRL: HDMI]
CTRL ON, CTRL OFF
CTRL OFF
HDMI audio input setting
[AUDIO OUT]
AMP, TV+AMP
AMP
Subwoofer level for HDMI
[SW LEVEL]
SW AUTO, SW +10 dB, SW 0 dB
SW AUTO
SYSTEM
[<SYSTEM>]
Naming inputs
[NAME IN]
For details, see “Naming inputs”
(page 92).
Brightness of the display window 100% DOWN, 60% DOWN,
[DIMMER] 0% DOWN
0% DOWN
a)xxx represents a speaker channel (FL, FR, CNT, SL, SR, SB, SBL, SBR, SW).
b)You cannot select this setting when the speaker is set to “LARGE”.
c)This parameter is only available if the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock is connected to the XM jack on the
receiver.
d)This parameter is only available if the SiriusConnect Home tuner is connected to the SIRIUS jack on the
receiver.
e)Depending on the speaker pattern setting, the appropriate Enhanced Surround mode appears.
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To confirm/save Auto
Calibration when GUI function
is turned off
Performing Auto Calibration
For details on the Auto Calibration, see “9:
Calibrating the appropriate speaker settings
automatically (Auto Calibration)” (page 41).
See “Before you perform the Auto
Calibration” (page 41) before performing the
Auto Calibration.
1 Confirm the measurement result.
When the measurement ends, a beep
sounds and the measurement result appears
on the display window.
Measurement Display
Explanation
result
window
To operate on the receiver
When the
measurement
process
completes
properly
COMPLETE Proceed to step
2.
1 Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select
“GUI OFF”.
2 Press AMP.
When the
measurement
process fails
E-
See “Message
Receiver operation is enabled.
xxx:xx list after Auto
Calibration
3 Press MENU.
measurement”
(page 46).
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“< AUTO CAL >”, then press
.
then press
.
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select “A.CAL
START”, then press
measurement.
to start the
Item
Explanation
RETRY
Performsthe Auto Calibration
again.
Measurement starts in five seconds. A
count down is displayed.
SAVE EXIT
Saves the measurement
results and exits the setting
process.
Note
While the time is counting down, stand away
from the measurement area to avoid
measurement error.
WARN CHECK Displays a warning
concerning the measurement
results. See “Message list
after Auto Calibration
measurement” (page 46).
6 Measurement starts.
The measurement process will take
approximately 30 seconds. Wait until the
measurement process completes.
PHASE INFO. Displays the phase of each
speaker (in phase/out of
phase). See “When you select
“PHASE INFO.”” (page 109).
To cancel Auto Calibration, change the
volume, activate the muting function, switch
functions, change the setting of SPEAKERS
(OFF/A/B/A+B), press GUI MODE, or
connect headphones.
DIST. INFO.
Displays the measurement
result for speaker distance.
LEVEL INFO. Displays the measurement
result for speaker level.
EXIT
Exits the setting process
without saving the
measurement results.
Tips
• Operations other than turning the receiver on or off
are deactivated during Auto Calibration.
• When connecting special speakers, such as dipole
speakers, the measurements may not be performed
correctly or Auto Calibration cannot be performed.
3 Select “SAVE EXIT” in step 2.
The measurement results are saved.
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4 Press V/v repeatedly to select the Auto
Calibration type, then press
Display
Explanation
.
xxx* : OUT The speaker is out of phase. The
“+” and “–” terminals of the
Auto
Explanation
speaker may be connected the
other way around. However,
depending on the speakers,
“OUT” appears on the display
window even though the speakers
are connected properly. This is
because of the speakers’
specifications. In this case, you
can continue to use the receiver.
Calibration
type
FULL FLAT
ENGINEER
Makes the measurement of
frequency from each speaker
flat.
Sets the frequency
characteristics to a set that
matches that of the Sony
listening room standard.
xxx* : – – – No speakers are connected.
FRONT REF
OFF
Adjusts the characteristics of
all the speakers to match the
characteristics of the front
speaker.
*
FL
FR
CNT
SL
SR
xxx represents a speaker channel.
Front Left
Front Right
Center
Set the Auto Calibration EQ
to off.
Surround Left
Surround Right
Surround Back
Surround Back Left
Surround Back Right
Subwoofer
SB
Tip
SBL
SBR
SW
The size of a speaker (LARGE/SMALL) is
determined by the low frequency characteristics.
The measurement results may vary, depending on
the position of the optimizer microphone and
speakers, and the shape of the room. It is
recommended that you follow the measurement
results. However, you can change those settings in
the Speaker settings menu. Save the measurement
results first, then try to change the settings if you
want.
Tip
Depending on the position of the subwoofer, the
measurement results for polarity may vary.
However, there will be no problems even if you
continue to use the receiver with that value.
Selecting a sound field type
When you select “PHASE INFO.”
You can check the phase of each speaker (in
phase/out of phase).
For details on each sound field type, see
“Enjoying a pre-programmed sound field”
(page 56).
Press V/v repeatedly to select a speaker,
then press
confirm/save Auto Calibration when GUI
function is turned off”.
to return to step 1 in “To
Press 2CH/A.DIRECT, A.F.D.,
MOVIE, or MUSIC repeatedly.
The selected sound field type appears on the
display window.
Display
Explanation
xxx* : IN
The speaker is in phase.
To select the Enhanced
Surround mode
1 Press AMP.
2 Press MENU.
3 Press V/v repeatedly to select
“<SURROUND>”, then press
or b.
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4 Press V/v repeatedly to select “E.SUR
MODE”, then press or b.
Presetting radio stations
1 Tune in the station that you
5 Press V/v repeatedly to select the
want to preset.
Enhanced Surround mode you want,
then press
.
For details on the operation, see “Tuning
radio stations”.
Note
The selected Enhanced Surround mode can only be
applied if you have selected “E.SURROUND” by
pressing A.F.D. repeatedly.
2 Press SHIFT, then press ENT/
MEM.
“MEM” lights up on the display window
for a few seconds. Perform steps 3 and 4
before “MEM” disappears.
Listening to the sound without
any adjustment (ANALOG
DIRECT)
3 Press PRESET + or PRESET –
to select a preset number.
Press 2CH/A.DIRECT repeatedly to
select “A. DIRECT”.
30 FM and 30 AM preset numbers are
available. If “MEM” disappears before
you select the preset number, start again
from step 2.
Listening to the FM/AM radio
4 Press ENT/MEM.
For details on the tuner function, see “Tuner
Operations” (page 69).
The station is stored as the selected preset
number. If “MEM” disappears before you
press ENT/MEM, start again from step 2.
Tuning radio stations
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to preset
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the
FM or AM band.
another station.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
Selecting a preset station
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the
2 Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
Press TUNING + to scan from low to high
frequencies, press TUNING – to scan from
high to low frequencies. The receiver stops
scanning whenever a station is received.
You can also press TUNING MODE on the
receiver to select “AUTO”, then turn
TUNING +/– to select the stations.
FM or AM band.
2 Press PRESET + or PRESET –
repeatedly to select the preset station
you want.
You can also press SHIFT, then press the
numeric buttons to select the preset station
you want. Then, press
selection.
to enter the
You can also press TUNING MODE on the
receiver repeatedly to select “PRESET”,
then turn TUNING +/– to select the preset
stations you want.
Selecting a frequency directly
(Direct tuning)
1 After selecting the FM or AM band,
press SHIFT, then press D.TUNING.
2 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
frequencies, then press
to enter.
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SIRIUS Signal Strength
Listening to satellite tuner
Signal
Signal type
Strength
For details on XM/SIRIUS Radio service, see
“Listening to satellite radio” (page 72) in
“Tuner Operations”.
Satellite
S : 3
Terrestrial
T : 3
EXC (excellent)
GOOD
S : 2
T : 2
WEAK
S : 1
T : 1
Aiming the XM Antenna
NONE
S : 0
T : 0
1 Press XM to select “XM RADIO” or
press SIRIUS to select “SIRIUS”.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
Checking the Satellite Tuner ID
1 Press XM to select “XM RADIO” or
press SIRIUS to select “SIRIUS”.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
2 Press AMP.
3 Press MENU.
4 Press V/v repeatedly to select
2 Press TUNING + or TUNING – to select
channel 0.
“<TUNER>”.
You can also press TUNING MODE on the
receiver to select “AUTO”, then turn
TUNING +/– to select channel 0.
5 Press
or b to enter the menu.
6 Press V/v repeatedly to select “XM
ANT AIM” or “SR ANT AIM”.
3 Check the XM ID or SIRIUS ID on the
display window and write it in the space
provided here.
7 Press
or b to enter the parameter.
8 While checking the parameter, aim your
antenna to where the best reception
will be received.
XM ID:_____________________
SIRIUS ID:_______________________
For details on the parameter, see “XM
Signal Strength” or “SIRIUS Signal
Strength” below.
Selecting channels from a
category (CATEGORY TUNING)
1 Press XM to select “XM RADIO” or
press SIRIUS to select “SIRIUS”.
You can also use INPUT SELECTOR on
the receiver.
XM Signal Strength
Signal
strength
Signal type
Satellite
Terrestrial
T : 3
2 Press CATEGORY MODE repeatedly
to select “ONE CAT”.
GOOD
S : 3
S : 2
S : 1
S : 0
MARGINAL
WEAK
T : 2
• ALL CAT: You can select a channel from
all the categories. The initial setting is
“ALL CAT”.
T : 1
NO SIGNAL
T : 0
• ONE CAT: You can select a channel from
one category. “CAT” lights up on the
display window when you set to “ONE
CAT” mode.
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3 Press CATEGORY + or CATEGORY –
to select the category you want.
The category is selected and the channel
with the lowest number in the specified
category is selected.
Presetting satellite tuner
channels
1 Select a channel you want to
preset.
4 Press TUNING + or TUNING – to select
the channel.
For details on this operation, see
“Selecting channels from a category
(CATEGORY TUNING)”.
You can also press TUNING MODE on the
receiver to select “AUTO”, then turn
TUNING +/– to select the channel.
2 Press SHIFT, then press ENT/
MEM.
Selecting a channel number
directly (Direct tuning)
“MEM” lights up on the display window.
3 Press PRESET + or PRESET –
1 After selecting a satellite tuner, press
to select a preset number.
SHIFT, then press D.TUNING.
You can also select the number by
pressing the numeric buttons. Preset
numbers from 1 to 30 are available.
Channel 1 is preset for the preset numbers
when you purchase the receiver.
2 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
channel number, then press
enter.
to
Displaying the satellite tuner
information
4 Press ENT/MEM.
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to preset
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Each time you press DISPLAY while tuning in
the channel, the display changes cyclically as
follows:
Channel name t Channel number t
Category name t Artist name/Feature t
Song/program title t Composer name
(SIRIUS only) t Signal strength t Sound
field type t Volume level
another channel.
Selecting a preset channel
1 Press XM to select “XM RADIO” or
press SIRIUS to select “SIRIUS”.
2 Press PRESET + or PRESET –
repeatedly to select the preset channel
you want.
You can also press SHIFT, then press the
numeric buttons to select the preset channel
you want. Then, press
selection.
to enter the
You can also press TUNING MODE on the
receiver repeatedly to select “PRESET”,
then turn TUNING +/– to select the preset
channel you want.
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Using the Remote
Operating each
remote
When you program the remote to control the
following Sony or non-Sony components, you
can use the buttons on the remote that are
marked with circles. Note, however, that some
buttons may not operate your component.
If you want to change the contents of the input
list to match your particular components, see
“Programming the remote” (page 115).
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Table of buttons used to control each component
Component TV
VCR DVD Blu-ray HDD
player, disc Recorder
DVD/ player
PSX Video Digital DSS
Digital Tape DAT
CD DIGITAL
CD CATV (UC) satellite/ deck deck player, MEDIA
player, terminal
terrestrial A/B
receiver
(EURO)
MD PORT
deck device
VHS
LD
(UC)
Button
combo
player
AV
?/1
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
Numeric buttons
(SHIFT mode)
z
z
z
z
TV INPUT, WIDE
(SHIFT mode)
z
-/-- (SHIFT mode)
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
zb)
z
ENT/MEM
(SHIFT mode)
CLEAR (SHIFT mode)
DISPLAY
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
RETURN/EXIT
O
z
z
z
z
OPTIONS, TOOLS
V
/
v
/
B
/
b
,
,
z
z
MENU, HOME
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
zd)
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
./>
B·/·b
m
M
/TUNING –,
/TUNING +
z
z
za)
z
zc)
z
z
z
DISC SKIP
N,
X,
x
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
MUTING,
MASTER VOL +/–,
TV VOL +/–
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
zb)
z
z
PRESET +/–,
TV CH +/–
BD/DVD TOP MENU,
BD/DVD MENU
z
F1, F2
a)DVD player only.
b)LD player only.
c)Video CD player only.
d)Tape deck B only.
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2 While the RM SET UP button is
flashing, press the input button
(including TV) for the
Programming the remote
You can customize the remote to match the
components connected to your receiver. You
can even program the remote to control non-
Sony components and also Sony components
that the remote is normally unable to control.
The procedure below uses an example in
which a VCR made by a company other than
Sony is connected to the VIDEO 1 IN jacks on
the receiver.
component you want to control.
For example, if you are going to control a
VCR connected to VIDEO 1 IN jack,
press VIDEO 1.
The RM SET UP and SHIFT buttons light
up. The input button you selected
(VIDEO 1) flashes.
If you press the button for a component of
which you cannot program the remote,
such as DMPORT, XM or SIRIUS, etc.,
the RM SET UP button keeps flashing.
Before you begin, note that:
– You cannot change the settings of PHONO.
– The remote can control only components
that accept infrared wireless control signals.
3 Press the numeric buttons to
enter the numeric code (or one
of the codes if more than one
code exists) corresponding to
the component and the maker
of the component you want to
control.
Be sure to turn on the receiver
and point the remote towards
the receiver when performing
the following procedure.
1
THEATER
The input button you selected in step 2
(VIDEO 1) lights up. (The RM SET UP
and SHIFT buttons remain lit.)
SHIFT
TV
AMP
SHIFT
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
Note
4
5
6
TAPE
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
MD/
SAT
TV
For a TV remote code value, only numbers in
the 500’s are valid.
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
2,3
4
MULTI
IN
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
4 Press ENT/MEM.
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
Once the numeric code has been verified,
the RM SET UP button flashes twice and
the remote automatically exits the
programming mode. The input button
also lights off.
XM
SIRIUS
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
1 While holding down RM SET
UP, press AV ?/1.
The RM SET UP button flashes.
To cancel programming
Press RM SET UP during any step.
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The numeric codes
To control an MD deck
corresponding to the
Maker
SONY
Code(s)
301
component and the maker of
the component
DENON
JVC
302
Use the numeric codes in the tables below to
control non-Sony components and also Sony
components that the remote is normally unable
to control. Since the remote signal that a
component accepts differs depending on the
model and year of the component, more than
one numeric code may be assigned to a
component. If you fail to program your remote
using one of the codes, try using other codes.
303
KENWOOD
304
To control a tape deck
Maker
SONY
Code(s)
201, 202
204, 205
206, 207, 208, 209
210
DENON
KENWOOD
NAKAMICHI
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
216
Notes
211, 212
213, 214
215, 216
217, 218
• The numeric codes are based on the latest
information available for each brand. There is a
chance, however, that your component will not
respond to some or all of the codes.
• All of the input buttons on this remote may not be
available when used with your particular
component.
PIONEER
TECHNICS
YAMAHA
To control an LD player
Maker
SONY
Code(s)
601, 602, 603
606
To control a CD player
PIONEER
Maker
SONY
Code(s)
101, 102, 103
104, 123
105, 106, 107
108, 109, 110
111, 116
116
To control a video CD player
DENON
Maker
Code(s)
JVC
SONY
605
KENWOOD
MAGNAVOX
MARANTZ
ONKYO
To control a HDD recorder
112, 113, 114
115
Maker
Code(s)
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
SONY
307, 308, 309
116
PIONEER
TECHNICS
YAMAHA
117
115, 118, 119
120, 121, 122
To control a DAT deck
Maker
SONY
Code(s)
203
PIONEER
219
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To control a VCR
To control a DVD recorder
Maker
Code(s)
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
701, 702, 703, 704, 705,
706
SONY
401, 402, 403
AIWA*
710, 750, 757, 758
707, 708, 709, 759
740
To control a TV
Maker
AKAI
BLAUPUNKT
EMERSON
Code(s)
501
711, 712, 713, 714, 715,
716, 750
SONY
AIWA
501, 536, 539
FISHER
717, 718, 719, 720
721, 722, 730
AKAI
503
GENERAL
ELECTRIC(GE)
AOC
503
CENTURION
CORONADO
CURTIS-MATHES
DAYTRON
DAEWOO
566
GOLDSTAR/LG
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
723, 753
517
724
503, 551, 566, 567
517, 566
722, 725, 729, 741
717
ITT/NOKIA
JVC
504, 505, 506, 507, 515,
544
726, 727, 728, 736
730, 731, 738
732, 733, 734, 735
736
MAGNAVOX
MITSUBISHI/MGA
NEC
FISHER
508, 545
548
FUNAI
FUJITSU
528
PANASONIC
729, 730, 737, 738, 739,
740
GOLDSTAR/LG
503, 512, 515, 517, 534,
544, 556, 568
PHILIPS
729, 730, 731
729
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
511, 533, 534
PIONEER
503, 513, 514, 515, 517,
519, 544, 557, 571
RCA/PROSCAN
722, 729, 730, 731, 741,
747
ITT/NOKIA
J.C.PENNY
JVC
521, 522
503, 510, 566
516, 552
517
SAMSUNG
SANYO
742, 743, 744, 745
717, 720, 746
748, 749
SHARP
KMC
TELEFUNKEN
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
751, 752
MAGNAVOX
503, 515, 517, 518, 544,
566
747, 756
754
MARANTZ
527
* If an AIWA VCR does not work even though you
enter the code for AIWA, enter the code for Sony
instead.
MITSUBISHI/MGA
503, 519, 527, 544, 566,
568
NEC
503, 517, 520, 540, 544,
554, 566
NORDMENDE
NOKIA
530, 558
To control a DVD player
521, 522, 573, 575
509, 524, 553, 559, 572
515, 518, 557, 570, 571
503, 504, 514, 517, 518
Maker
SONY
Code(s)
401, 402, 403
424
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
BROKSONIC
DENON
PHILCO
405
PIONEER
509, 525, 526, 540, 551,
555
HITACHI
JVC
416
415, 423
419
PORTLAND
QUASAR
503
MITSUBISHI
ORITRON
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
PIONEER
RCA
509, 535
417
RADIO SHACK
RCA/PROSCAN
SAMSUNG
503, 510, 527, 565, 567
503, 510, 523, 529, 544
406, 408, 425
407
503, 515, 517, 531, 532,
534, 544, 556, 557, 562,
563, 566, 569
409, 410
414
SAMPO
SABA
566
SAMSUNG
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
416, 422
404, 421
418, 420
530, 537, 547, 549, 558
508, 545, 546, 560, 567
SANYO
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Maker
SCOTT
SEARS
Code(s)
503, 566
To control a cable box
Maker
Code(s)
503, 508, 510, 517, 518,
551
SONY
821, 822, 823
HAMLIN/REGAL
836, 837, 838, 839, 840
SHARP
517, 535, 550, 561, 565
503, 518, 566
JERROLD/G.I./
MOTOROLA
806, 807, 808, 809, 810,
811, 812, 813, 814, 819
SYLVANIA
THOMSON
TOSHIBA
530, 537, 547, 549
535, 539, 540, 541, 551
JERROLD
OAK
830, 831
841, 842, 843
TELEFUNKEN
530, 537, 538, 547, 549,
558
PANASONIC
816, 826, 832, 833, 834,
835
TEKNIKA
WARDS
YORK
517, 518, 567
503, 517, 566
566
PHILIPS
830, 831
828, 829
805
PIONEER
RCA
ZENITH
542, 543, 567
503, 509, 510, 544
SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA
TOCOM/PHILIPS
ZENITH
815, 816, 817
830, 831
826, 827
GENERAL ELECTRIC
(GE)
LOEWE
515, 534, 556
To control a Blu-ray disc
recorder
To control a satellite tuner
Maker
Code(s)
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
801, 802, 803, 804, 824,
825, 865
SONY
310, 311, 312
AMSTRAD
BskyB
845, 846
862
To control a PSX
Maker
GENERAL
ELECTRIC(GE)
866
Code(s)
GRUNDIG
HUMAX
THOMSON
PACE
859, 860
SONY
313, 314, 315
846, 847
857, 861, 864, 876
To control a DVD/VHS COMBO
Maker
848, 849, 850, 852, 862,
863, 864
Code(s)
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
818, 855
SONY
411
856, 857, 858, 859, 860,
864, 874
To control a DVD/HDD COMBO
NOKIA
851, 853, 854, 864
RCA/PROSCAN
BITA/HITACHI
HUGHES
866, 871
868
Maker
Code(s)
SONY
401, 402, 403
867
JVC/Echostar/Dish
Network
873
MITSUBISHI
SAMSUNG
TOSHIBA
872
875
869, 870
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Program the sequence of the
operation
Performing several
commands in sequence
automatically
1,5
THEATER
(Macro Play)
SHIFT
TV
AMP
AMP
The Macro Play function lets you link several
commands in a sequential order as a single
command.
1
2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
VIDEO1
VIDEO2
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
The remote provides 2 macro lists (MACRO 1
and MACRO 2). You can specify up to 20
commands for each macro list.
7
8
9
2,3
MULTI
IN
TUNER
PHONO
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
XM
SIRIUS
Note
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
When setting up Macro Play, replace the batteries
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
with new ones.
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
GUI
MODE
HOME
CATEGORY
TUNING
CATEGORY MODE TUNING
3
DISC SKIP
BD/DVD
TOP MENU MENU
F1
F2
1,3
MACRO 1 MACRO 2
1 While holding down RM SET
UP, press MACRO 1 or MACRO
2 for more than 1 second.
The RM SET UP button flashes and one
of the input buttons lights up (in the initial
setting, the VIDEO 1 button lights up).
2 Press the input button of the
component that you want to
assign one of the following
operations.
The selected input button lights up.
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Starting macro play
3 Press the button for the
operation you want to perform
to learn the function as follows.
1 Press AMP.
The AMP button lights up, and then turns
off.
Press
Operations to be
programmed
2 Press MACRO 1 or MACRO 2 to start
the macro.
N, x, X,
M, m,
., >
Performs the operation
of the button.
The macro starts and execute the
commands in the order you assigned them.
While the commands are being sent, the
AMP button flashes and the RM SET UP
button lights up. When the commands have
been sent, the AMP and RM SET UP
buttons light off.
The input
Switches inputs.
button for more
than 1 second
MACRO 1 or Make a one second
MACRO 2
interval. When you want
to make a longer
interval, press MACRO
1 or MACRO 2
To erase a programmed macro
1 While holding down RM SET UP, press
MACRO 1 or MACRO 2 for more than 1
second to clear the stored macro.
The RM SET UP button flashes.
repeatedly.
The input button selected in step 2 flashes
twice, then lights up again.
2 Press RM SET UP.
Settings stored as macro are cleared.
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3. When you
want to assign another
command for the same
component, repeat step 3.
5 Press RM SET UP to finish the
programming process.
Tip
If the RM SET UP button flashes five times in
step 1, and the macro programming process
does not start, replace the batteries with new
ones.
To cancel programming
Press RM SET UP. Also, not pressing any
button for 60 seconds cancels the settings.
The previous command remains valid.
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3 Press SHIFT, then press the
numeric button (button 1 in the
example) you want to use as the
VIDEO 1 button.
Setting remote control
codes that are not stored
in the remote
Even if a remote control code is not one of the
presets stored in the remote, it is possible for
the remote to learn the code using the learning
function.
The input button you selected in step 2
lights up. (The RM SET UP button
remains lit.)
4 Point the remote code receiver
section of the remote towards
the receiver/transmitter on the
remote control to be learned
from.
Note
When setting up the receiver to learn the remote
command modes, replace the batteries with new
ones.
While the second remote is receiving the
signal, the input button selected in step 2
turns off.
1,6
THEATER
?/1
1
3
SHIFT
TV
AMP
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
4
SAT
5
TV
6
TAPE
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
About 5 cm - 10 cm (2" - 4")
MD/
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
8
9
2,3
MULTI
IN
TUNER
PHONO
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
5 The RM SET UP button flashes
twice, then the learning
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
XM
SIRIUS
process is completed.
2CH/
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
When the learning process fails, the RM
SET UP button flashes five times. Try to
perform the process again from step 2.
Example for assigning numeric button 1 to
VIDEO 1 of the remote:
6 Press RM SET UP to finish the
1 While holding down RM SET
UP, press THEATER.
Learning function process.
The RM SET UP button lights up.
Tips
• When the memory capacity for storing remote
control codes reaches a certain limit, the RM SET
UP button flashes 10 times, and then the learning
process ends.
• If the RM SET UP button flashes five times in step
1, and the learning process does not start, replace
the batteries with new ones.
2 Press the input button (VIDEO 1
in the example) for which you
want to use the Learning input
function.
The input button flashes. (The RM SET
UP button remains lit.)
To cancel learning
Press RM SET UP. Also, not pressing any
button for 60 seconds cancels the settings.
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Using a command that has been
learned
Clearing all the contents
of the remote’s memory
When selecting a learned input, press the
button used to learn that function.
To erase the learned code
THEATER
1 While holding down RM SET UP, press
SHIFT
TV
AMP
THEATER.
1,2
1
VIDEO1
2
VIDEO2
3
BD
TV INPUT
DVD
2 Press the input button (VIDEO 1 in the
example) for which you want to clear
the setting.
4
SAT
5
TV
6
WIDE
SA-CD/
CD
MD/
TAPE
D.TUNING
DMPORT
7
TUNER
8
PHONO
9
MULTI
IN
The input button flashes. (The RM SET UP
button remains lit.)
ENT/MEM CLEAR
-/-- 0/10
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
HDMI4
3 Press ?/1 for more than 1 second.
XM
SIRIUS
2CH/
The input button flashes twice.
A.DIRECT A.F.D.
MOVIE
MUSIC
INPUT
NIGHT
MODE
RESOLUTION MODE
SLEEP
4 Press the input button to clear the
stored setting.
GUI
MODE
The RM SET UP button flashes twice, then
the clearing process is completed.
When the clearing process fails, the RM
SET UP button flashes five times. Try to
perform the process again from step 2.
HOME
CATEGORY
TUNING
CATEGORY MODE TUNING
DISC SKIP
1,2
BD/DVD
TOP MENU MENU
F1
F2
MACRO 1 MACRO 2
1 Press and hold MASTER VOL –
first, then press ?/1, then press
AV ?/1.
The RM SET UP button flashes three
times.
2 Release all buttons.
All the contents of the remote’s memory
(i.e., all the programmed data) are
cleared.
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x Crossover frequency
The frequency at which two speaker’s
frequencies intersect.
Additional Information
x Deep Color
Glossary
Video signals for which the color depth of
signals passing through an HDMI jack have
been raised.
x Cinema Studio EX
A surround sound mode that can be regarded
as the compilation of Digital Cinema Sound
technology, delivers the sound of a dubbing
theater using three technologies: “Virtual
Multi Dimensions”, “Screen Depth
The number of colors that could be expressed
by 1 pixel was 24 bits (16,777,216 colors) with
the current HDMI jack. However, the number
of colors which can be expressed by 1 pixel
will be 36, etc., bits when the receiver
corresponds to Deep Color.
Since the gradation of the depth of a color can
be expressed more finely with more bits,
continuous color changes can be more
smoothly expressed.
Matching”, and “Cinema Studio
Reverberation”.
“Virtual Multi Dimensions”, the virtual
speaker technology, creates a virtual multi
surround environment with actual speakers up
to 7.1 channels, and brings the surround sound
experience of a theater with the latest facilities
into your home.
“Screen Depth Matching” reproduces treble
attenuation, fullness, and depth of sound
usually created in a theater using sound
emission from behind the screen. This is then
added to the front and center channels.
“Cinema Studio Reverberation” reproduces
the sound characteristics of state-of-the-art
dubbing theaters and recording studios,
including Sony Pictures Entertainment’s
dubbing studios. There are three modes, A/B/
C, available according to the studio type.
x Digital Cinema Sound (DCS)
Unique sound reproduction technology for
home theater developed by Sony, in
cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment,
for enjoying the exciting and powerful sound
of movie theaters at home. With this “Digital
Cinema Sound” developed by integrating a
DSP (Digital signal processor) and measured
data, the ideal sound field intended by
filmmakers can be experienced at home.
x Dolby Digital
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology
developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. It
consists of front (left/right), center, surround
(left/right) and subwoofer channels. It is a
designated audio standard for DVD-video and
also known as 5.1 channels surround.
x Component video
A format for transmitting video signal
information consisting of three separate
signals: luminance Y, chrominance Pb, and
chrominance Pr. High quality pictures, such as
DVD video or HDTV pictures, are transmitted
more faithfully. The three jacks are color-
coded green, blue, and red.
x Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Digital Plus provides the flexibility and
efficiency to deliver more channels of
compelling surround sound for high-definition
video media. Its superior coding efficiencies
enable up to 7.1 channels of high-quality multi
channel audio without negatively impacting
bit budgets allocated for video performance or
additional feature sets.
x Composite video
A standard format for transmitting video
signal information. The luminance signal Y
and chrominance signal C are combined and
transmitted together.
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x Dolby Digital Surround EX
Acoustic technology developed by Dolby
Laboratories, Inc. Surround back information
is matrixed into regular left and right surround
channels so that the sound can be reproduced
in 6.1 channels. Active scenes, especially, are
recreated with a more dynamic and realistic
sound field.
x DTS 96/24
A high sound quality digital signal format. It
records audio at a sampling frequency and bit
rate of 96 kHz/24 bit which is the highest
possible for DVD-video. The number of
playback channels varies depending on the
software.
x DTS Digital Surround
Digital audio encoding/decoding technology
for theaters developed by DTS, Inc. It
compresses audio less than Dolby Digital,
delivering a higher quality sound
reproduction.
x Dolby Pro Logic II
This technology converts 2 channels stereo
recorded audio into 5.1 channels for playback.
There is a MOVIE mode for movies and
MUSIC mode for stereo sources such as
music. Old movies encoded in the traditional
stereo format can be enhanced with 5.1
channels surround sound.
x DTS-ES
Format for 6.1 channels playback with
surround back information. There are two
modes, “Discrete 6.1” which records all
channels independently, and “Matrix 6.1”
which matrixes surround back channel into
surround left and surround right channels. It is
ideal for playback of motion picture
soundtracks.
The GAME mode is suitable for video games.
x Dolby Pro Logic IIx
Technology for 7.1 channels (or 6.1 channels)
playback. Along with audio encoded in Dolby
Digital Surround EX, 5.1 channels Dolby
Digital encoded audio can be reproduced in
7.1 channels (or 6.1 channels). Furthermore,
existing stereo recorded content can also be
reproduced in 7.1 channels (or 6.1 channels).
x DTS-HD
Audio format which extends the conventional
DTS Digital Surround format.
This format consists of a core and an
extension, and the core part has DTS Digital
Surround compatibility. There are two kinds of
DTS-HD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
and DTS-HD Master Audio. DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio has a maximum
transmission rate of 6 Mbps, with lossy
compression (Lossy), and DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio corresponds to a maximum
sampling frequency of 96 kHz, and a
maximum of 7.1 channels. DTS-HD Master
Audio has a maximum transmission rate of
24.5 Mbps, and uses lossless compression
(Lossless), and DTS-HD Master Audio
corresponds to a maximum sampling
frequency of 192 kHz, and a maximum of 7.1
channels.
x Dolby Surround (Dolby Pro
Logic)
Audio processing technology developed by
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Center and mono
surround information is matrixed into two
stereo channels. When reproduced, audio is
decoded and output in 4 channels surround
sound. This is the most common audio
processing method for DVD-video.
x Dolby TrueHD
Dolby TrueHD is Dolby’s lossless audio
technology developed for high-definition
optical discs. Dolby TrueHD audio is bit-for-
bit identical to the original studio masters and
provides supreme-quality audio up to 8
channels at 96 kHz/24 bit and up to 6 channels
at 192 kHz/24 bit. Together with high-
definition video, it offers an unprecedented
home theater experience.
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x DTS Neo:6
x Neural-THX
®
This technology converts 2 channels stereo
recorded audio for 6 channels playback. There
are two modes to select according to the
playback source or your preference, CINEMA
for movies, and MUSIC for stereo sources
such as music.
Neural-THX Surround is taking surround
sound to the next level. This revolutionary new
technology delivers the rich envelopment and
discrete image detail of surround sound in a
format that is fully compatible with stereo.
Neural-THX Surround reduces the bandwidth
needed for broadcasters to deliver true, multi
channel surround presentations, and enables
7.1-channel support for gaming and movies.
By unmasking the audio details, typically lost
by other playback systems, audiences will
experience the deep ambience and subtle
details of movies, music and games. And with
this technology being used by sound designers
during content creation, as well as embedded
into playback devices, Neural-THX Surround
promises a listening experience that is true to
the original mix.
x HDMI (High-Definition
Multimedia Interface)
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia
Interface) is an interface that supports both
video and audio on a single digital connection,
allowing you to enjoy high quality digital
picture and sound. The HDMI specification
supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital
Contents Protection), a copy protection
technology that incorporates coding
technology for digital video signals.
Neural-THX Surround has been chosen as the
official surround sound broadcast format for
XM Satellite Radio’s “XM HD Surround”, as
well as other leading FM/HD radio stations
worldwide.
x High Bitrate Audio
It refers to the audio formats of the
compression method (DTS-HD Master Audio,
Dolby TrueHD, etc.) which is a high bitrate
format recorded mainly on Blu-ray disc, etc.
For additional information, please visit
www.neuralsurround.com.
x Interlace
A scanning method which completes a picture
by displaying half of the lines on a tube surface
of a TV or monitor each 1/60 second. First, all
the odd-numbered lines are drawn, leaving
spaces between each line, then all the even-
numbered lines are drawn to fill the spaces.
“i” of “480i” stands for “Interlace”.
x PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)
A method of converting analog audio to digital
audio for easy enjoyment of digital sound.
x Progressive
A scanning method that draws all scanning
lines sequentially, as opposed to interlaced
scanning where all the odd and then all the
even lines are drawn.
x LFE (Low Frequency Effects)
Sound effects of low frequencies which are
output from a subwoofer in Dolby Digital or
DTS, etc. By adding a deep bass with a
frequency between 20 to 120 Hz, audio
becomes more powerful.
“p” of “480p” stands for “Progressive”.
x x.v.Color
x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the
xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a
trademark of Sony. xvYCC is an international
standard for color space in video.
This standard can express a wider color range
than the currently used broadcast standard.
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On placement
• Place the receiver in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat buildup and
prolong the life of the receiver.
• Do not place the receiver near heat sources,
or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet
that might block the ventilation holes and
cause malfunctions.
Precautions
On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
cabinet, unplug the receiver and have it
checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
• Do not place the receiver near equipment
such as a television, VCR, or tape deck. (If
the receiver is being used in combination
with a television, VCR, or tape deck, and is
placed too close to that equipment, noise
may result, and picture quality may suffer.
This is especially likely when using an
indoor antenna. Therefore, we recommend
using an outdoor antenna.)
• Use caution when placing the receiver on
surfaces that have been specially treated
(with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or
discoloration of the surface may result.
On power sources
• Before operating the receiver, check that the
operating voltage is identical with your local
power supply.
The operating voltage is indicated on the
nameplate on the back of the receiver.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit
itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the receiver for a
long time, be sure to disconnect the receiver
from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC
power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug
itself; never pull the cord.
• One blade of the plug is wider than the other
for the purpose of safety and will fit into the
wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact
your dealer.
On operation
Before connecting other components, be sure
to turn off and unplug the receiver.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a
soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of
abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent,
such as alcohol or benzine.
• AC power cord (mains lead) must be
changed only at a qualified service shop.
On heat buildup
Although the receiver heats up during
operation, this is not a malfunction. If you
continuously use this receiver at a large
volume, the cabinet temperature of the top,
side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid
burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your receiver, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
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There is no sound from one of the front
speakers.
Troubleshooting
• Connect a pair of headphones to the
PHONES jack to verify that sound is
output from the headphones. If only one
channel is output from the headphones, the
component may not be connected to the
receiver correctly. Check that all the cords
are fully inserted into the jacks on both the
receiver and the component. If both
channels are output from the headphones,
the front speaker may not be connected to
the receiver correctly. Check the
connection of the front speaker which is
not outputting any sound.
• Make sure you have connected both the L
or R jack to an analog component and not
just to either the L or R jack. Use an audio
cord (not supplied).
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the receiver, use this
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the
problem. Should any problem persist, consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
Audio
There is no sound, no matter which
component is selected, or only a very
low-level sound is heard.
• Check that the speakers and components
are connected securely.
• Check that all speaker cords are connected
correctly.
• Check that both the receiver and all
components are turned on.
• Check that MASTER VOLUME control is
VOL –40 dB.
• Check that SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B)
is not set to off (page 40).
There is no sound from analog 2
channel sources.
• Check that INPUT MODE is set to
“ANALOG” (page 93).
There is no sound from digital sources
(from COAXIAL or OPTICAL input jack).
• Check that INPUT MODE is not set to
“ANALOG” (page 93).
• Check the “2ch Analog Direct” is not
being used.
• Check to make sure the selected digital
audio input jack is not assigned to other
inputs in “Input Assign” in the Input menu
(page 94).
• Press MUTING on the remote to cancel
the muting function.
• Check that you have selected the correct
component with INPUT SELECTOR.
• Check that headphones are not connected.
• When only a very low-level sound is
heard, check to see if NIGHT MODE is
activated (page 63).
• The protective device on the receiver has
been activated. Turn off the receiver,
eliminate the short-circuit problem, and
turn on the power again.
The left and right sounds are
unbalanced or reversed.
• Check that the speakers and components
are connected correctly and securely.
• Adjust the level parameters using the
Speaker settings menu in GUI menu.
There is no sound from a specific
component.
• Check that the component is connected
correctly to the audio input jacks for that
component.
• Check that the cord(s) used for the
connection is (are) fully inserted into the
jacks on both the receiver and the
component.
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There is severe hum or noise.
• Check that the speakers and components
are connected securely.
• Check that the connecting cords are away
from a transformer or motor, and at least
10 feet (3 meters) away from a TV set or
fluorescent light.
• Move your audio components away from
the TV.
SIGNAL GND terminal (only when a
turntable is connected).
Dolby Digital or DTS multi channel
sound is not reproduced.
• Check that the DVD, etc. you are playing
is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS
format.
• When connecting the DVD player, etc., to
the digital input jacks of this receiver,
make sure the setting for the digital audio
output of the connected component is
available.
Recording cannot be carried out.
• Check that the components are connected
correctly (page 18).
• Select the source component using INPUT
SELECTOR (page 47).
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them
with a cloth slightly moistened with
alcohol.
There is no sound, or only a very low-
level sound is heard from the center/
surround/surround back speakers.
The MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp
does not light up in blue.
• Check that the playback component is
connected on a digital jack and the input is
selected properly on this receiver.
• Check whether the input source of the
software being played back corresponds to
the multi channel format.
• Check whether the setup on the playback
component is set to multi channel sound.
• Check to make sure the selected digital
audio input jack is not assigned to other
inputs in “Input Assign” in the Input menu
(page 94).
• Select a “Cinema Studio EX” mode
(page 61).
• Adjust the speaker level (page 63).
There is no sound from the surround
back speakers.
• Some discs have no Dolby Digital
Surround EX flag even though the
packages have Dolby Digital Surround EX
logos.
There is no sound from the subwoofer.
• Check that the subwoofer is connected
correctly and securely.
• Make sure you have turned on your
speaker.
There is no sound from the component
connected to the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter.
• Adjust the volume of this receiver.
• The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter
and/or component is not connected
correctly. Turn off the receiver, then
reconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter and/or component.
• Check the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter and/or component device to make
sure it supports this receiver.
• When all speakers are set to “LARGE”
and “Neo:6 Cinema”, or “Neo:6 Music” is
selected, there is no sound from the
subwoofer.
The surround effect cannot be
obtained.
• Make sure the sound field function is on
(press MOVIE or MUSIC).
• Sound fields do not function for signals
with a sampling frequency of more than 48
kHz.
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Video
HDMI
There is no picture or an unclear
picture appears on the TV screen.
• Select the appropriate input on the receiver
(page 47).
• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.
• Move your audio components away from
the TV.
• Assign the video input correctly.
• The input signal should be same as input
when you are up-converting an input
signal with this receiver (page 30).
The source sound input to the HDMI
jack is not output from the receiver or
the TV speaker.
• Check the HDMI connection (page 24).
• You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD
by connecting HDMI.
• Depending on the playback component,
you may need to set up the component.
Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with each component.
• Be sure to use a connecting cable for the
HDMI jack corresponding to high speed
(an HDMI version 1.3a, category 2 cable)
when you view images or listen to sound
during a Deep Color transmission.
The image of the COMPONENT VIDEO
MONITOR OUT is corrupted.
• Video input signals other than 480p
component are not received when signals
are output from the VIDEO jack. Input
480i component video signals.
The source image input to the HDMI
jack is not output from the TV.
• Check the HDMI connection (page 24).
• Depending on the playback component,
you may need to set up the component.
Refer to the operating instructions
• When component input signals other than
480p are output, use the COMPONENT
VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack and set
“Resolution” to “DIRECT”.
supplied with each component.
Recording cannot be carried out.
• Check that the components are connected
correctly (page 23).
• Select the source component using INPUT
SELECTOR (page 47).
• Be sure to use a connecting cable for the
HDMI jack corresponding to high speed
(an HDMI version 1.3a, category 2 cable)
when you view images or listen to sound
during a Deep Color transmission.
The Control for HDMI function does not
work.
The GUI does not appear on the TV
screen.
• Check the HDMI connection (page 24).
• Make sure “Control for HDMI” is set to
“ON” in the HDMI settings menu.
• Make sure the connected component is
compatible with the Control for HDMI
function.
• Press GUI MODE repeatedly to select
“GUI ON”. Press MENU if the GUI menu
does not appear on the TV screen.
• Check that the TV is connected correctly.
• Check the Control for HDMI settings on
the connected component. Refer to the
operating instructions of the connected
component.
• Repeat the procedures of “Preparing
Control for HDMI function” if you change
the HDMI connection, connect/disconnect
the AC power cord, or when there is a
power failure (page 85).
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Tuner
No sound is output from the receiver
and TV speaker while using the System
Audio Control function.
The FM reception is poor.
• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)
to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM
antenna as shown below. If you connect
the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground
it against lightning. To prevent a gas
explosion, do not connect the ground
(earth) wire to a gas pipe.
• Make sure the TV is compatible with the
System Audio Control function.
• If the TV does not have System Audio
Control function, set the “Audio Out”
settings in HDMI settings menu to
– “TV+AMP” if you want to listen to the
sound from the TV speaker and receiver.
– “AMP” if you want to listen to the sound
from the receiver.
Outdoor FM antenna
• If you cannot listen to the sound of a
component connected to the receiver
– Change the input of the receiver to
HDMI when you want to watch a
program on a component connected via
HDMI connection to the receiver.
– Change the TV channel when you want
to watch a TV broadcast.
Receiver
Ground (earth)
wire (not supplied)
– Select the component or input you want
to watch when you watch a program on
the component connected to the TV.
Refer to the operating instructions of the
TV on this operation.
To ground
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
• Check that the antennas are connected
securely. Adjust the antennas and connect
an external antenna, if necessary.
• Keep the satellite radio antenna, away
from the speaker cords and the power cord
to avoid picking up noise.
TheTV’sremotecommander cannotbe
used to control the connected
component when using the Control for
HDMI function.
• Change the input of the receiver to the
HDMI input connected to the component.
• The signal strength of the stations is too
weak (when tuning in with automatic
tuning). Use direct tuning.
• Make sure you set the tuning interval
correctly (when tuning in AM stations
with direct tuning).
• No stations have been preset or the preset
stations have been cleared (when tuning by
scanning preset stations). Preset the
stations (page 71).
• Press DISPLAY so that the frequency
appears on the display window.
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For other messages, see “Message list after
Auto Calibration measurement” (page 46),
“XM Radio message list” (page 81), “SIRIUS
Satellite Radio message list” (page 82) and
“DIGITAL MEDIA PORT message list”
(page 92).
The system cannot receive satellite
channels at all.
• The receiving condition is not good. Move
the antenna to the place where the
condition is good.
• Check that you subscribed to the desired
satellite radio service (see page 72).
Reference sections for clearing
the receiver’s memory
Remote control
To clear
See
The remote does not function.
• Point the remote at the remote sensor on
the receiver.
Customized sound fields
page 34
page 62
• Remove any obstacles in the path between
the remote and the receiver.
• Replace all the batteries in the remote with
new ones, if they are weak.
• Make sure that the command modes of the
receiver and the remote are the same. If the
command mode of the receiver and the
remote are different, you cannot operate
the receiver with the remote (page 35).
• Make sure you select the correct input on
the remote.
• When you operate a programmed non-
Sony component, the remote may not
function properly depending on the model
and the maker of the component.
Error messages
If there is a malfunction, the display window
shows a message. You can check the condition
of the system by the message. Refer to the
following table to solve the problem. If any
problem persists, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
PROTECTOR
Irregular current is output to the speakers, or
the upper panel of the receiver is covered
with something. The receiver will
automatically turn off after a few seconds.
Check the connection of speakers and turn
on the power again.
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Frequency response
PHONO
RIAA equalization curve
0.5 dB
10 Hz – 100 kHz,
Specifications
Analog
3 dB (with sound field
and equalizer bypassed)
AUDIO POWER
SPECIFICATIONS
Input
PHONO
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
Sensitivity: 2.5 mV
Impedance: 50 kohms
With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from
20 – 20,000 Hz; rated 100 watts per channel
minimum RMS power, with no more than
0.09% total harmonic distortion from 250
milliwatts to rated output.
3)
S/N : 90 dB
(A, 20 kHz LPF)
4)
Analog
Sensitivity: 150 mV/
50 kohms
3)
S/N : 100 dB
(A, 20 kHz LPF)
4)
Amplifier section
Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms
S/N: 96 dB
POWER OUTPUT
1)
4)
Rated Power Output at Stereo Mode
(A, 20 kHz LPF)
(8 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.09%):
100 W + 100 W
Digital (Optical) S/N: 96 dB
4)
(A, 20 kHz LPF)
Reference Power Output at Stereo Mode
(4 ohms 20 Hz – 20 kHz, THD 0.15%):
85 W + 85 W
Output (analog)
AUDIO OUT
Voltage: 150 mV/
1 kohm
Voltage: 2 V/1 kohm
Reference Power Output
(8 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)
SUBWOOFER
Equalizer
Gain levels
2)
FRONT :
110 W + 110 W
110 W
10 dB, 1 dB step
2)
CENTER :
2)
SURROUND :
SURROUND BACK :
110 W + 110 W
110 W + 110 W
3)INPUT SHORT (with sound field and equalizer
bypassed).
2)
4)Weighted network.
Reference Power Output
(4 ohms 1 kHz, THD 0.7%)
2)
FRONT :
100 W + 100 W
100 W
FM tuner section
2)
Tuning range
87.5 – 108.0 MHz
FM wire antenna
CENTER :
2)
SURROUND :
SURROUND BACK :
100 W + 100 W
100 W + 100 W
Antenna
2)
Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced
Intermediate frequency
10.7 MHz
1)Depending on the sound field settings and the
source, there may be no sound output.
AM tuner section
Tuning range
With 10-kHz tuning scale
2)Measured under the following conditions:
Power requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
5)
530 – 1,710 kHz
With 9-kHz tuning scale
5)
531 – 1,710 kHz
Antenna
Intermediate frequency
450 kHz
Loop antenna
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5)You can change the AM tuning scale to either 9
kHz or 10 kHz. After tuning in any AM station,
turn off the receiver. While holding down
TUNING MODE, press POWER on the receiver.
All preset stations will be erased when you change
the tuning scale. To reset the scale to 10 kHz (or 9
kHz), repeat the procedure.
Supplied accessories
Operating Instructions (this manual)
Quick Setup Guide (1)
GUI Menu List (1)
Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1)
FM wire antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Remote commander RM-AAL019 (1)
R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)
Video section
Inputs/Outputs
Video:
COMPONENT VIDEO:
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
P /C : 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
B
B
P /C : 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
R
R
80 MHz HD Pass Through
HDMI Video
Input/Output (HDMI Repeater block)
640 × 480p@60 Hz
720 × [email protected]/60 Hz
1280 × [email protected]/60 Hz
1920 × [email protected]/60 Hz
1920 × [email protected]/60 Hz
720 × 576p@50 Hz
1280 × 720p@50 Hz
1920 × 1080i@50 Hz
1920 × 1080p@50 Hz
1920 × 1080p@24 Hz
General
Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)
DC OUT:
5 V, 0.7 A MAX
Power consumption 350 W
Power consumption (during standby mode)
0.9 W (when “Control for
HDMI” is set to “OFF”)
Dimensions (width/height/depth) (Approx.)
17 × 6 1/4 × 15 3/8 inches
(430 × 157.5 × 388 mm)
including projecting parts
and controls
Mass (Approx.)
26 lb 15 oz (12.2 kg)
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Index
Symbols
U SIGNAL GND terminal 22
D. Range Comp. (Dynamic range
compression) 68
DCS 61
Decode Priority 53, 106
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT 10, 19, 89
Display window 97
Numerics
2 channel 57
2ch Analog Direct 57, 110
2ch Stereo Mode 57
4 Ω 40
5.1 channel 13
7.1 channel 14
8 Ω 40
Distance 64
Distance Unit 68, 105
Dolby Digital EX 58
DTS Neo:6 (Cinema, Music) 59
A
A.F.D. (mode) 59
A/V Sync 53, 106
AC power cord 34
AM 69, 96, 110
DVD recorder 29
Audio (Settings) 53, 106
Auto Calibration 41, 104, 108
Auto Tuning 69, 110
EQ (Settings) 68, 106
B
BI-AMP 67
Bi-amplifier configuration 102
Blu-ray disc player 24, 27, 50
F
C
Calibration Type Select 45, 104
CD player 19, 22, 49
Changing the display window 96
Cinema Studio EX (mode) 61
Clear
Gain Adjusting (Bass/Treble) 68
memory 34
remote 122
Command mode 35
Connections
H
HDMI (Settings) 54, 107
HDMI jacks 9, 24
HDMI Subwoofer Level 55
Headphone (Settings) 61
antennas 33
audio components 18
speakers 15
TV 17
video components 23
Control for HDMI 83
Crossover Freq 67
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I
Input 47
Quick Setup 43
Input Assign 94
INPUT MODE 93
INPUT SELECTOR 49, 50, 51, 52
iPod 90
Radio ID 75
L
Level 64, 68
LFE (Low Frequency Effects) 97
List Mode 92
M
SIRIUS Satellite Radio 73
Sleep timer 100
Manual Setup 63
MASTER VOLUME 49, 50, 51, 52
Messages
Sound Field Select 56, 109
SPEAKERS (OFF/A/B/A+B) 8, 40
Sur Back Assign 67
Surround (Settings) 56, 106
System (Settings) 55, 107
System Audio Control 87
Auto Calibration 46
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT 92
Error 131
SIRIUS 82
XM 81
Movie 61
MULTI CHANNEL DECODING lamp 50
Music 61
Muting 48
N
Name Input 92
Network Client 90
Neural-THX 59
NIGHT MODE 63
Tuner 69
Tuner (Settings) 106
O
One-Touch Play 86
Up converting 30
P
Parental Lock 78, 106
Phase Audio 67, 104
Phase Noise 67, 104
PHONES 8
V
VCR 29, 52
Video (Settings) 54, 107
Video game 51
PLII 59
PLIIx 59
Position (Auto Calibration) 47, 104
Preset Channels 77, 112
Preset stations 71, 110
PROTECTOR 131
X
XM Radio 72
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